In-House Counsel - Construction Contracts in East Saint Louis

Date Posted: Wednesday, October 22, 2025

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Job Description

In-House Counsel – Construction Contracts

Our client — a national commercial contractor — is seeking an experienced attorney to join its in-house legal team. This role partners directly with project leadership on complex, high-value construction projects across the U.S., including data centers, industrial facilities, and healthcare infrastructure.

What You’ll Do

  • Draft, negotiate, and manage complex construction, EPC, and design-build contracts

  • Advise internal teams on risk allocation, insurance, bonding, and compliance issues

  • Collaborate with project executives, finance, and procurement to structure agreements that balance risk and profitability

  • Support dispute avoidance and resolution strategies with outside counsel as needed

  • Provide guidance on contractor relationships, change orders, and claims management

What You Bring

  • 3+ years of construction law experience (in-house or firm)

  • Strong understanding of contract risk and project delivery methods

  • Proven ability to anticipate issues and translate legal language into actionable business guidance

  • Licensed attorney in good standing

Why This Opportunity
Join a respected, growing organization where your legal insight directly influences the success of multi-million-dollar projects. You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with decision makers who value practical counsel, collaboration, and long-term relationships over red tape.

All inquiries are CONFIDENTIAL.
For more information, contact paul.pankratz@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.