Legal Counsel

About the Role: The Legal Counsel will collaborate with project managers, fellow in-house counsel, executives, and external counsel to provide legal support on contracts, disputes, and risk management. They will safeguard the company's interests by reviewing documents, addressing regulatory requirements, protecting rights and entitlements, preparing correspondence, and maintaining records essential for effective dispute resolution. Additionally, they will work in a team environment to support the success of the business.

Company Overview

With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group Inc. (MYR Group) is a publicly traded holding company of specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We contribute to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally.

Throughout our rich history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most complex projects, including new construction, upgrades, maintenance and repair for transmission, distribution and substation facilities, commercial and industrial electrical construction, emergency and storm restoration, clean energy, pre-construction services, and engineer-procure-construct (EPC) methods of project delivery.

Essential Functions

  • Provide legal advice and support in all aspects of construction law
  • Review, draft, and negotiate construction contracts
  • Draft documentation and provide legal support for disputes involving construction projects
  • Ensure proper organization and timely completion of relevant project documents
  • Respond promptly and accurately to internal and external inquiries
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Maintain regular and predictable attendance
  • Essential Functions of this position are to be performed at a Company-designated office or field location
  • Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and as well as other applicable industry-specific professional and ethical standards

About You: Qualifications
  • 3 to 7+ years of construction law experience
  • Active state bar admission and ability to become licensed in Colorado within 6 months
Preferred Education
  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and a bachelor’s degree
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with a business focused approach to support our operations
  • Knowledge of construction and contract law including contract methods and key risk-shifting provisions, with strong negotiation skills and strategic thinking
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels and across all functions within the company
  • Ability to convey complex contract and legal concepts clearly and succinctly
  • Commercially savvy with strong business acumen to provide practical solutions that enable the company to achieve its financial goals
  • Ability to meet required deadlines
  • Strong interpersonal skills with an attention to detail and ability to work independently while managing changing priorities
  • Superior organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities effectively
What We Offer: Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary $135,000-$180,000 / year
    • Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
  • Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
  • Dental – 100% employer-paid premium.
  • ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
  • Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
  • Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
  • Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and m
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