Construction Associate Attorney - Am Law 100

Location: New York, NY
Department: Construction
Salary: $235,000–$365,000

A leading national law firm is seeking a junior Construction Associate Attorney with 2–5 years of construction law experience to join its New York office. The Associate Attorney will work closely with experienced construction attorneys on nationally significant projects and gain exposure to both construction transactions and dispute resolution.

The practice advises clients throughout the full lifecycle of construction and infrastructure projects, from project conception through closeout. Responsibilities will include:

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex construction, license, and design-related agreements

• Preparing and negotiating owner-contractor, owner-architect, and construction management agreements

• Handling engineering, consulting, access, commissioning, procurement, and other project-related contracts

• Advising clients on construction and infrastructure projects

• Supporting project counseling and contract negotiations

• Assisting with construction-related disputes, claims avoidance, and risk management

• Supporting litigation and arbitration matters

• Coordinating with project teams, owners, developers, contractors, design professionals, and governmental entities

• Participating in complex negotiations and providing practical legal guidance throughout projects

The Associate Attorney will have the opportunity to work on high-profile developments involving healthcare facilities, educational institutions, hospitality assets, data centers, transportation and infrastructure projects, mixed-use developments, governmental facilities, and other large-scale capital projects. The role also provides meaningful opportunities for direct client interaction, project team coordination, and mentorship from experienced construction attorneys.

• 2–5 years of relevant construction law experience

• Experience with large infrastructure projects preferred

• Prior experience with contract drafting and negotiation, project counseling, and construction disputes preferred

• Strong academic credentials

• Excellent legal writing skills

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills

• New York Bar admission required, or ability to waive in

Application Materials: Cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.

The firm offers a collegial environment, a broad national and international platform, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and advancement.