Cumming Group · 1 week ago
Counsel, Legal
Westport, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$159K/yr - $223K/yr
6+ years expCumming Group is one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, offering dynamic opportunities for impact. The Counsel, Legal role involves managing risk, reviewing contracts, and ensuring compliance while interacting with various stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Assist with the implementation and continuing development of the Company’s risk management program
Review all contracts and agreements entered into by Company for purpose of identifying risks and formulating mitigation or avoidance strategies
Educate Team members regarding nature of risks and assist in negotiation of contracts and agreements with clients
Assist with implementation of contract and subconsultant management program
Assist with handling of labor and employment matters
Coordinate with insurers to ensure appropriate insurance coverages and the Company’s compliance therewith
Assist with pre-acquisition due diligence and post-acquisition integration and merger activities
Assist with managing claims, subpoena responses, and litigation
Assist with corporate compliance matters including anti-bribery, data privacy, government relations, licensing, political contributions, data privacy, and other regulatory matters
Assist with handling general corporate legal matters for domestic and foreign operations
Keep updated with legal developments which affect Company’s operations
Assist Team members with resolution of issues and disputes arising during contract performance
Assist with review and negotiation of commercial leases
Other duties as assigned
Attendance at work during normal business hours
Qualification
Required
Licensed in Connecticut or in a jurisdiction capable of waiving into Connecticut Bar
General construction experience - in-house or law firm is required
Experience with drafting and negotiation of various professional consulting and construction documents
Experience with identification and management of risks related to the construction industry
Experience with project management, construction management, cost management, consultant, and confidentiality agreements
Experience with insurance coverages in the construction industry including professional liability, commercial general liability, auto, builders' risk, and cyber liability
Experience with general corporate matters including corporate governance and regulatory compliance
Experience with labor and employment matters
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Solid legal research skills
Preferred
Juris Doctorate degree is required
6-8 years of qualified as an attorney
Familiarity with contract and document management software
In-house corporate experience
Merger and acquisition experience
Litigation experience
Labor and employment experience
Benefits
Medical
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
401(k) Matching
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Short and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Company
Cumming Group
At Cumming Group, we are passionate about helping our clients execute large-scale, complex projects on-time and within budget.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Derek Hutchison
CEO + President
A. Al Jajeh
Chief Financial Officer & Member of The Board of Directors
Recent News
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