Senior Counsel - Construction

Job Description Summary

We're seeking a seasoned Construction Attorney with a minimum of 7 years of experience, to advise on the full lifecycle of construction projects. You will draft and negotiate contracts, manage claims and disputes, provide risk guidance during project execution, and support compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The ideal candidate combines strong contract drafting skills with practical, business-focused judgment.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

* Contract Drafting & Negotiation:
Lead negotiation and preparation of various construction contracts, including design-build, CM-at-risk, fixed-price, GMP, time & materials, purchase orders, professional services, and subcontract agreements. Tailor risk allocation (indemnities, LDs, warranties, IP, schedule, change orders, force majeure, termination). Oversee outside counsel as needed and drive efficient resolution strategies.

* Project Advisory:
Provide day-to-day legal support to project management and site leader teams on procurement strategies, change management, delays, accelerations, differing site conditions, payment applications, lien issues, and closeout.

* Claims & Disputes:
Support the resolution of claims, REAs, and disputes via negotiation, mediation, DRBs, arbitration, or litigation support in conjunction with other internal and external counsel.

* Documentation & Governance:
Develop and maintain contract templates, MSAs, playbooks, negotiation guides, and standard work. Ensure proper contract approvals, amendments, and record-keeping.

* Training & Enablement:
Deliver training to project managers, site leaders, and sourcing/procurement on contract fundamentals, claims preservation, and notice requirements.

* Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Partner with global facilities team, project managers, project controls, finance, sourcing, internal counsel, and supply chain to align legal strategy with commercial goals and schedules.

* Ethics & Integrity:
Promote compliance with company policies and applicable laws; identify and escalate issues promptly.

Qualifications

* Education:

JD from an accredited law school; strong academic credentials.

* Licensure:
Active bar membership in good standing in Ohio or ability to obtain in-house counsel registration.

* Experience:

7-10 years of experience, with focused construction law experience at a law firm and/or in-house.

* Required Skills:

* Advanced contract drafting and redlining proficiency

* Strong knowledge of industry-standard forms (AIA, Consensus Docs, JCT, etc.)

* Experience with claims analysis, schedule impact (e.g., critical path), and change-order management

* Excellent communication and negotiation. Strong strategic thinker

* Pragmatic, business-oriented judgment. Ability to problem solve

* Ability to manage multiple matters, set priorities, and meet deadlines

* Collaborative approach with legal and non-legal stakeholders

* Resilient practitioner, with strong interpersonal skills

Preferred Experience

* Infrastructure, energy, industrial, aerospace facilities, or public works projects

* Public procurement and compliance

* International projects, export controls, and trade compliance

* Mechanics' liens, payment bonds, and prompt pay statutes

* Familiarity with project management tools and document control systems

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided:
Yes