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Senior Counsel

Aecom

Location: Tampa, FL 33602
Type: Full-Time, Non-Remote
Posted on: September 12, 2022
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Job Summary
AECOMs Design and Consulting Services legal department is actively seeking a Senior Counsel. This position can be performed on a hybridoffice/remote basis and can be based in a wide variety of AECOM office locations in the US.
At AECOM, were delivering a better world.
We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether its improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.
Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. Were one global team 47,000 strong driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Participating in and supporting business development activities including cross-functional review of RFQ/RFP requirements for professional and other services involving environmental, health, and safety; contract reviews; collaboration with senior managers in the Legal Department on non-standard contract terms; identication of risk and opportunity; and development of risk mitigation plans.
• Negotiating contractual issues in master service agreements, joint venture agreements, subcontracts, purchase orders, site access agreements, third party reliance letters, and other contract documents, including terms and conditions for waste handling, warranties and indemnities, bonds, delays and damages, penalties, insurance, and interactions with third parties.
Essential Skills & Attributes:
• Practical team player with the ability to professionally collaborate in a results-oriented environment.
• Transactional experience with the proven ability to lead negotiations.
About AECOM
We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether its improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.
Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. Were one global team 50,000 strong driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.
Minimum Requirements
• 6 years of experience as a practicing attorney or demonstration of equivalency of experience.
• Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in any state or the District of Columbia.
• Experience as a practicing attorney supporting engineering, construction, and/or environmental services projects, including experience drafting and negotiating agreements and service-based contracts and/or handling claims and litigation.
Preferred Qualifications
• Previous experience participating in and supporting business development activities including cross-functional review of RFQ/RFP requirements for professional and other services involving environmental, health, and safety; contract reviews; collaboration with senior managers in the Legal Department on non-standard contract terms; identication of risk and opportunity; and development of risk mitigation plans.
• Legal experience with environmental, health, and safety matters.
• Well-developed communications skills; ability to clearly and concisely express legal issues and analysis to management, clients, government authorities and other stakeholders.
• Self-driven and resourceful to achieve goals independently and in groups.
• Flexibility to adjust and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules, and priorities.
• Excellent writing, presentation, and meeting facilitation skills
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Preferred work location: Any location in the United States in which a major AECOM office is located.
Additional Information:
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future
• Relocation assistance and/or per diem is not offered for this position
• Offered rate of compensation (for Colorado locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $150K - $190K USD annually.
• AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, retirement benefits, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel and Service Awards programs.
What We Offer
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and lets get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each persons potential, and well help you reach yours.
Job Category Legal and Compliance
Business Line Geography OH
Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)
Country United States of America
Position Status Full Time
Requisition/Vacancy No. 273416BR
Additional Locations US - Glen Allen, VA - 4840 Cox Road, US - Seattle, WA - 1111 3rd Avenue, US - Tampa, FL - 7650 W Courtney Campbell Causeway
Virtual: No
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.