Legal Counsel

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Job Description:

LEGAL COUNSEL (Telecommute)

Target Locations: US: Charlotte, NC, Chicago, IL, Orlando, FL, Houston, TX

When it's all about the details, we need you the most

They say, "the devil is in the details" and we know why. It's a devil of a problem when attention to detail is lacking. We value people who don't take the little things for granted. You know that accuracy counts. Your precision and care set you apart. That's why we would like to meet you.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide contract reviews and legal advice to the Critical Infrastructure Business Unit on proposals, contracts, and operational matters.
• Assist negotiating the most favorable terms and conditions with prospective and current clients while achieving company objectives. Identify risks and contractual terms not conforming to Company policy.
• Participate in strategic planning activities for the Critical Infrastructure Business Unit (e.g., risk assessment, bid/no bid analysis, participation in business plan development, etc.).
• Analyze legal matters arising in connection with project pursuit or execution, and as otherwise raised by management, and provide advice and counsel based upon research and acquired legal experience.
• Negotiate and/or oversee the negotiation of various types of contracts, including but not limited to non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, prime contracts, joint venture agreements, environmental remediation contracts, and software license agreements.
• Provide advice and assistance with construction / engineering / environmental and technology claims and disputes with contractors, owners, and subcontractors.
• Negotiate technology elements related to construction and engineering contracts, including BIM agreements and software licensing agreements.
• Maintain an active participation in related professional societies to keep abreast of relevant contractual/legal issues.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) required
• Requires a working knowledge of industry business practices and experience negotiating a variety of contracts arising within the Critical Infrastructure Business Unit, including but not limited to non-disclosure agreements, prime contracts, teaming agreements, joint venture agreements, project management agreements, environmental and environmental remediation contracts, technology and technology licensing agreements, and related contracts.
• Minimum 3+ years of related work experience in the construction, engineering, environmental fields is required.
• Must be capable of identifying and mitigating risk exposure in, and negotiating contracts in, the fields of engineering, construction, environmental remediation.
• Experience working with engineering or technology product teams or negotiating complex agreements with technology partners is highly desirable.
• Must possess superior management and interpersonal skills, as well as excellent written and oral communication skills, and a working knowledge of PC software packages typically associated with contract management and administration.
• Must be driven to learn and understand the technical and legal elements that impact the Critical Infrastructure Business Unit and to become a trusted advisor to the various stakeholders within the Critical Infrastructure Business Unit.

Expect to be treated well in our supportive environment

Join our culture of respect and encouragement, an organization with an honest commitment to letting employees know that they are valued. Our supportive atmosphere works to strengthen the bonds between our diverse staff members, fostering inclusion, cooperation, and accomplishment.

Parsons (NYSE: PSN) is a leading technology firm driving the future of defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, and smart cities, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today. With a history of disruption beginning in 1944, we apply our distinct perspective to help our customers confront the issues of tomorrow in every domain-land, sea, air, space, and cyber. Our range of capabilities and our global network of resources lets us layer and integrate solutions to respond to any challenge with unmatched agility. In a time of rapid change, we see infinite sources of inspiration to fuel our creativity and enable the innovation necessary to accomplish our quest of delivering a better world. For more about Parsons, visit us at parsons.com and follow our quest on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Corporate team.

We're driving the future of the national security and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.

Salary Range:

$100,400.00 - $175,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by customer requirements and some cases federal, state, provincial or local mandates.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company's core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!