Legal Counsel

Join a Team Shaping America's Future

Lane Construction is one of America’s leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure. For 135 years, it has contributed to the development of the country’s transportation systems including the Interstate Highway System and a vast network of roads, bridges, airports, metros, and railways. Lane specializes in mobility, tunneling, and water resources to address sustainable development and climate change adaptation challenges.

WORKING WITH LANE

Lane Construction is one of America’s leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure. For 135 years, it has contributed to the development of the country’s transportation systems including the Interstate Highway System and a vast network of roads, bridges, airports, metros, and railways. Lane specializes in mobility, tunneling, and water resources to address sustainable development and climate change adaptation challenges.

Description

• Advises business leaders on identifying and mitigating litigation risks.
• Develops and implements creative dispute resolution strategies.
• Manages outside counsel to ensure alignment with company objectives.
• Manages all phases of litigation, from pre-litigation advice through trial and appeal.
• Collaborates closely with others provide legal counsel on a broad range of items including, employee relations, M&A, real estate transactions, leases, claims (bond, insurance, payment/non-payment, bankruptcy) etc.
• Assists project teams in requesting time extensions and associated financial compensation, from notice, to schedule analysis, to cost quantification, to presentation in front of finder of fact.
• Reviews, drafts and negotiates contracts and labor agreements.
• Addresses subpoenas and discovery requests.
• Reviews and consults on prequalification submittals.
• Prepares witnesses for testimony.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Juris Doctorate or equivalent

Employment Conditions

5 years of experience

Physical Requirements

Corporate or Area office (No project/site expectations)

Competencies

Labor Relations

Legal Counseling

Legal Issue Spotting

Federal, State and Local Regulations

Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR/DFARS)

Investigation

Strategic Thinking

Influencing and Communicating

Negotiation

Mergers and Acquisitions

Contract Law

Construction Law

Employment Law/Labor Law

Dispute Resolution

Discovery

Why Join Us

At Lane, you'll have the opportunity to work on a wide range of legal matters that support our business and major infrastructure projects. You'll work closely with leadership and teams across the company, bringing your legal experience to complex challenges and important business decisions. If you enjoy finding practical solutions, working with others, and having a meaningful role in the business, we'd love to hear from you.

Lane Construction offers a comprehensive benefits package with an excellent opportunity to grow and be part of one of the most respected names in the construction industry. Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer.