Counsel, Law​/Legal

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Location:

Austin, Texas.

Ferrovial is a global leader in infrastructure, operating through business units such as Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy. The Energy business unit focuses on renewable energy generation, storage, and transmission, and supports the transition to a cleaner, sustainable economy.

• Global presence, local impact:
  Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
• Collaborative excellence:
  Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Inclusive culture:
  Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique, and turns differences into innovation.
• Career growth:
  Benefit from global and cross‑business‑unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing:
  Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
• Productivity tools:
  Utilize cutting‑edge tools such as Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Mid‑Senior level

We are seeking an experienced In‑House Counsel to join Ferrovial Energy’s Legal Department in Austin, Texas, reporting to the Head of Legal U.S.

• Comprehensive legal support throughout the lifecycle of projects from inception through procurement, construction, financial close, and operation, including drafting and negotiating a variety of renewable energy project‑related contracts, such as EPC agreements, subcontractor and supplier agreements, operation and maintenance agreements, power purchase agreements, leases, and more.
• Provide legal support for the day‑to‑day management of our pipeline and portfolio.
• Management of legal disputes between project owners, subcontractors, suppliers, third parties, and others.
• General corporate housekeeping, such as preparing simple resolutions, filings, and related documentation.
• Legal advice to ensure compliance with regulatory matters and internal policies.
• Management of relationships with external advisers.

• Juris Doctorate.
• Member in good standing of the Texas State Bar.
• 5+ years of experience in the renewable and/or conventional energy industry in a law firm or legal department of a leading renewable energy company, EPC contractor, or independent power producer.
• Real estate and insurance matters related to the development or construction of greenfield projects.
• Trade law matters relevant to the business unit.
• Energy law.
• Project financing.

• Effectively manage tasks and deadlines independently.
• Ability to interact with colleagues in a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, decision‑making, project management, and negotiating skills.
• Computer proficiency in Word, Outlook, Excel, and Power Point.

Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all job applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected class under applicable laws.

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