Contracts Counsel-Remote

Certerra is a growing national provider of Geotechnical Engineering, testing, inspection, and certification services that support innovation in new product development, quality assurance, for project delivery, and engineered solutions for asset management. We are passionate about contributing to the sustainable development of the communities we serve. We are a national firm with a global reach serving national and international clients from 30+ offices located in 10 states and are ranked on ENR’s Top 500 list alongside the nation’s top firms. With a 60-year history, Certerra has a passion for high-end services, constant innovation, and investment in the development of world-class laboratory facilities, and interactive management technologies. Each member of our staff is committed to service, innovation, and the success of our clients.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Certerra Companies, one of the fastest growing Geotechnical Engineering, Testing, Inspection and Certification companies is seeking Contracts Counsel to join its Legal Team. The primary duties will include the preparation, review and negotiation of contracts. Our Contracts Counsel will work independently and report to Corporate Legal Counsel.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and analyze a wide variety of private and public-sector client and subcontractor agreements (e.g., master services agreements, professional services agreements, contractor agreements, sub-consulting agreements, subcontractor agreements, and vendor agreements)
• Identify key contractual provisions (e.g., indemnity, defense, standard of care, warranties, paid-if-paid, limitations of liability) and mandatory flow-down requirements and provide recommended revisions to align contracts with internal company policies and contracting guidelines.
• Review insurance provisions to ensure compliance with the company’s insurance.
• Support project teams during contractual negotiations with clients and vendors.
• Identify opportunities to improve contracting processes and other legal functions.
• Assist with the development and updating of contract templates.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

The following minimum requirements apply to this position

• J.D. degree from accredited law school and admission to at least one state’s bar
• 2 to 4 years as a practicing attorney
• Direct knowledge of and experience in commercial contracting and legal concepts related thereto.
• Experience within the testing, inspection, architecture, engineering or construction industry.
• Advanced knowledge of contract law principles, risk management, and insurance.
• Ability to identify and mitigate risk issues early in the project development process.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage, review and negotiate a large volume of contracts while working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external clients, including the ability to effectively communicate legal concepts at all organizational levels.
• Ability to work independently, establish priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This Company is dedicated to both the letter and the spirit of the equal opportunity employment laws. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated on the basis of their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age 40 and over, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification which may be protected by federal, state, or local laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we specifically offer equal opportunity for all employees or job applicants who may have a physical or mental disability. Such persons will be hired on the basis of their ability to perform the essential functions of the job in question. Likewise, their work will be evaluated on their performance of these essential functions. We will offer reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, to the extent that Company resources allow without undue hardship. As part of our equal employment policy, there will be no wage differentials based on gender, between men and women employed in the same establishment, on jobs that require equal skill, effort, and responsibility, and which are performed under similar working conditions.