Assistant General Counsel - Labor, and Compliance

Company Overview

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee‑owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non‑residential construction markets. The company is committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds, supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness, and encouraging professional development.

Performance Contracting seeks an Assistant General Counsel – Labor, Employment and Compliance for its corporate PCG Legal 984 operations based in Lenexa, KS. The role serves as a strategic legal leader, providing expert guidance on labor, employment, compliance matters and disputes that support the company’s growth and operational excellence. It requires a proactive, solutions‑oriented approach to legal risk management and compliance, aligning with the company’s long‑term vision.

As a key member of the legal team, the Assistant General Counsel will oversee critical legal functions, advise company leadership nationwide, and foster a collaborative, ethical work environment. The role demands exceptional leadership, judgment, and the ability to translate legal complexities into practical business‑friendly solutions.

• Serve as a trusted legal advisor to executive leadership and operational teams, providing strategic counsel on labor and employment issues, compliance, risk mitigation, and best practices.
• Hire, lead, and manage outside counsel to ensure effective strategy for claims/disputes and regulatory compliance across all operations.
• Develop and implement policies, governance and training to promote a strong culture of ethics, compliance, and risk awareness at all levels.
• Oversee and enhance company‑wide compliance programs, ensuring adherence to licensing, employment regulations, OSHA standards, and government contracting requirements.
• Drive proactive risk management strategies, anticipating legal challenges and positioning the company for long‑term success.
• Foster cross‑functional collaboration with HR, operations, risk, finance, and business development, aligning legal strategies with business objectives.

• Respond to charges and supervise defense and litigation of employment‑related claims and agency charges.
• Advise, counsel, and train operations and management on employment and labor law issues and compliance.
• Serve as primary liaison with outside counsel and internal Human Resources Department for active litigation and insurance claims, ensuring alignment with operational goals, budgets, and timelines.

• Oversee compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations affecting company operations.
• Oversee the Government Compliance Program and staff, including analysis of public project subcontracts and regulatory obligations.
• Serve as the primary legal resource for OSHA, safety, environmental, and employment matters across all business units.
• Manage licensing and regulatory compliance, ensuring all contractor licenses (≈125), business registrations (≈144), and prequalification requirements (≈4,000 annually) remain current and in good standing.

• Guide operational leaders on union‑related matters, including:
  • Labor agreement negotiation, compliance, and interpretation
  • Resolution of union disputes and grievances
  • Union workforce management and pension liability concerns
• Work with the Labor Relations Director to formulate a comprehensive labor strategy for the organization.

• Manage and mentor a team of analysts and other professionals, fostering operational excellence, professional development, and continuous learning.
• Promote an environment of collaboration, accountability, and adaptability within the legal team and across operations.

• Ability to synthesize past legal outcomes into actionable, forward‑thinking strategies.
• Strong executive presence with proven ability to influence and guide senior leadership.
• Proactive, business‑mindset legal approach, balancing risk management with operational…