Associate Legal Counsel, Commercial

Element Critical provides hybrid infrastructure solutions in an expanding portfolio of data center facilities across the country. Our mission is to meet the diverse needs of today's business and technology leaders by delivering superior service and product offerings, cultivating trusted relationships with our customers, and motivating and enabling our employees.

This is an opportunity to get involved near the ground level and grow exponentially with a company that is poised to execute. Come join our team!

Department: Business Operations / Legal

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Legal Counsel, Commercial

OVERVIEW

Element Critical is seeking to add a remote Associate Counsel to the Business Operations and Legal team within the Austin, TX or Tampa, FL areas, who aligns with our company values of accountability, integrity, grit, and problem-solving. This role will be responsible for the data center development contracts function within the organization (procurement, design & engineering, and construction) and will provide legal support to other departments as needed. Responsibilities will include preparation, negotiation, and management of commercial contracts and subcontracts.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Manage the data center development contract lifecycle
• Draft and negotiate commercial design & construction contracts and related documents, including AIA forms
• Provide legal guidance to the data center development team, including procurement, design & engineering, and construction business units
• Assist with completing municipality forms and applications related to the development and maintenance of our data centers
• Draft and maintain contract templates, legal workflows, and organization systems for managing legal documents
• Analyze and interpret applicable laws, rulings and regulations to assess businesses impact and mitigate legal risks
• Lead the negotiation and administration of contracts in accordance with internal policies and compliance requirements
• Assist management with drafting and reviewing non-development related contracts and forms as needed
• Special projects assigned by manager
  
  

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• JD or equivalent degree required; licensed attorney preferred 
• 1-2 years of relevant legal experience (including internships)
• Exposure to construction and real estate law (academic or professional) is strongly preferred
• Experience with AIA software or standard AIA construction contracts is preferred
• Exceptional technology skills, including proficiency using Microsoft Office 
• Familiarity with legal principles, contract law, and compliance frameworks, particularly within construction and real estate sectors
• A strong attention to detail and focus on administering established policies and procedures
• A strong combination of an ability to work independently and also as part of a tight-knit team of highly-motivated professionals in a fast-paced design/ construction environment 
  
  

Element Critical is a well-funded, fast paced organization that is seeking to make several acquisitions over the next few years and develop into a very strong national player. We offer the following benefits, in addition to a focus on growing our culture and engagement.

• PPO and HDHP Healthcare Plans
• FSA and HSA with above market Employer HSA Match
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Disability and Life Insurance
• Additional Group Insurances
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Leave
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k with up to 4% Employer Match
• Personal Development and Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program