Senior Counsel - Leadenhall Search & Selection

Leadenhall Search & Selection is representing a leading Energy and Construction Projects company in Houston, TX on an exciting search for their high calibre in-house legal team. The Senior Counsel role will report directly to the General Counsel and act as a strategic partner to the senior business team.

Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day legal counsel to the surface facilities, supply chain, procurement, logistics, and operations teams, ensuring that all activities comply with applicable laws and company policies.
• Draft, review, and negotiate Master Services and Supply Agreements, OEM Supply Agreements, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) agreements, Professional Services Agreements, and O&M Agreements for the construction and operation of new ORC facilities, and other related legal documents.
• Strategic partner and legal advisor on a broad range of legal matters related to EPC contracts, operations, and procurement, including the drafting, negotiation, implementation and enforcement of commercial agreements.
• Conduct legal research and analysis in applicable jurisdictions to support business needs and keep abreast of relevant laws and industry standards affecting the enhanced geothermal industry.
• Advise on the legal aspects of supply chain initiatives, including sustainability, ethical sourcing, and risk management.
• Assist in the development of contract management processes to improve efficiency and reduce cycle time and risk exposure.
• Manage any disputes, claims, or litigation arising from EPC contracts and supply chain agreements.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing in Texas
• Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing law related to the construction and operation of renewable energy or large Infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating complex contracts and supply chain agreements such as Master Services and Supply Agreements, Professional Services Agreements, OEM Supply Agreements, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) agreements, and O&M Agreements, preferably in energy, infrastructure, or construction sectors