Legal Counsel

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Identifies and advises the company regarding legal risk arising from the activities of the organization. Provides advice and guidance to company management concerning regulatory compliance, policies, practices, procedures, and contractual terms and conditions on such matters. Assists in overseeing implementation of company standards regarding organizational activity. Manages legal department administrative staff and the activities of such, to ensure department objectives are met.

STEP INTO THE ROLE

• Assists with ensuring that company practices, policies and procedures comply with all corporate regulatory requirements.
• Advises management on legal matters by providing advice on management and contractual issues, conducting research into special topics, and reviewing and advising on contractual or business agreements, as necessary. Researches and interprets statutes, laws, rules, decisions, ordinances and regulations in order to advise the corporation on the company’s rights and responsibilities.
• Assists in preparation of corporate policies and procedures by analyzing operations and administration to determine needs for changes or development of corporate policies and procedures.
• Assists in preparation of the department’s annual business plan, including facilitating participation of the other members of the department and bringing forth changes and improvements in departmental practices.
• Reviews, negotiates and edits owner contracts involving assigned owners in collaboration with operations leaders, and department leadership, if necessary. Advises operations personnel on contractual risks and negotiation strategies related to such contracts. Acts as agent of corporation for this and other transactions related to such projects.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• A Juris Doctorate required.
• Admitted to the Bar.
• Minimum 3-8 years total experience required; including experience with general contract principles, contract and construction law, and commercial contracts.

WHAT SETS YOU APART

• Experience in Renewables, Energy Parks or related technologies.

HOW WE INVEST IN YOU

• Competitive pay
• 100% employer paid HDHP insurance premiums for employees
• 401(k) with company match
• HSA and FSA options
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
• Work/Life balance
• Employee/Family focused culture
• Gym on site
• And more!

Blattner is not able to sponsor H-1B visas or permanent residency for this or any position. We are able to consider candidates who hold valid, independent work authorization (e.g., U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or other valid, non-expired work authorization).

$178,151.00 - $258,319.00 Individual Compensation to be determined based on the applicant's applicable experience and qualifications balanced against internal equity.

WHO ARE WE?

With more than 115 years of construction experience, Blattner has played a vital role in building America’s critical infrastructure, ranging from railroads and highways to dams and mines. Since 1997, the company has focused on renewable energy solutions and is responsible for some of the most significant solar, wind and storage projects in the U.S. Today, Blattner has installed over 20% of America’s utility-scale wind, solar and energy storage capacity. Blattner Company is the parent company of Blattner Energy and D.H. Blattner & Sons, of which all are members of the Quanta Services family of companies. Company headquarters are in Avon, Minnesota.

Originally posted on Himalayas