Associate General Counsel

Position Summary

As Associate General Counsel at New River Electrical Corporation, you will serve as a senior member of the legal department, providing strategic legal guidance across the organization's most complex and high-impact matters. You will lead the Company's contract, labor and employment, and litigation functions while supporting corporate governance and strategic transactions. This position will report to the Vice President, General Counsel.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex, high-value construction contracts, master service agreements, and other customer-facing agreements
• Draft, review, and negotiate procurement contracts with suppliers and vendors, including equipment agreements, subcontracts, software licenses, and technology agreements
• Provide day-to-day legal advice and counsel to business units on a broad range of commercial and operational matters
• Advise on matters of labor and employment law, including workforce compliance, employment disputes, demand letters, agency proceedings, charges of discrimination, wage and hour matters, and subpoenas
• Partner with Human Resources on workplace investigations, employee relations matters, disciplinary actions, terminations, accommodations, leave management, and other labor and employment issues requiring legal guidance
• Manage and oversee litigation, claims, and dispute resolution, including selection, direction, and oversight of outside counsel in an efficient and cost-effective manner
• Advise on construction claims, including delay and disruption claims, change order disputes, mechanics' lien rights, and notice and cure obligations under construction contracts
• Lead and oversee internal investigations, including development of investigation protocols and reporting of findings and recommendations to senior leadership
• Support the Vice President, General Counsel on corporate governance initiatives, including board and committee matters, entity management, and corporate recordkeeping
• Assist the Vice President, General Counsel on strategic transactions, including ESOP administration, M&A due diligence, transaction documentation, and integration matters
• Work closely with the Risk and Insurance function on coverage analysis, claims management, and legal risk assessments
• Advise on surety and bonding matters, including performance bonds, payment bonds, and bond claims
• Work closely with the Safety function to support regulatory compliance, incident response, and related legal matters
• Provide strategic oversight of the Company's Compliance Management System, including collaboration with the other legal team members on compliance program development and monitoring
• Provide training and guidance to junior legal team members and to members of other departments on legal and contractual matters
• Support streamlining and improving legal department workflows, processes, and use of technology
• Assist the Vice President, General Counsel with legal operations, including outside counsel management, matter tracking, legal spend management, and resource allocation between internal and external legal resources
• Stay informed about industry-specific regulations, construction law developments, and emerging legal trends
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Travel is required

Core Competencies

• Demonstrates a high degree of emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, empathy, and the ability to navigate sensitive situations with sound judgment and composure
• Builds trust-based relationships across all levels of the organization, approaching colleagues as a true partner and teammate rather than solely as a legal gatekeeper
• Communicates with clarity, candor, and respect — able to deliver difficult messages constructively and receive feedback with openness
• Thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and actively contributes to a positive and supportive workplace culture
• Adapts communication style and approach to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders, from field operations to senior leadership
• Leads by example with humility, accountability, and a genuine commitment to the success of others

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Minimum of 12 years of legal experience, with significant in-house counsel experience preferred
• Extensive knowledge of construction law, commercial contracting, and procurement.
• Demonstrated experience in labor and employment law.
• Proven experience negotiating and drafting complex, high-value construction and commercial agreements.
• Experience managing litigation and outside counsel.
• Experience with or exposure to corporate governance, ESOP, or M&A transactions preferred.
• Strong understanding of risk management principles and insurance.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior management, business partners, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior legal professionals.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.