Public Works Construction Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Public Works Construction Associate in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of advisory and litigation experience in public works construction, with a focus on delivering effective solutions to complex legal issues.

Duties

• Provide advisory and litigation support in public works construction matters.
• Attend legislative body meetings and address routine contracting questions.
• Conduct extensive document reviews and interpret technical matters.
• Negotiate, draft, and review contracts, ensuring compliance with public contracting requirements.
• Handle federal funding requirements, bid protests, and surety/bond issues.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in public works construction advisory and litigation.
• Licensed to practice law in California.
• Proficient in public contracting requirements and contract negotiation.

Education

• Degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management preferred.

Certifications

• California Bar License.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to independently evaluate and respond to contracting disputes.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer.

As a well-known law firm they provide integrity, trust, efficiency and a quick response to their clients. It is important to them to have great communication with their clientele so that all their concerns are understood. With over 200 talented attorneys, they service clients out of nine offices throughout the United States from Los Angeles to Washington D.C. A few of this law firm's specialties include: public finance, bankruptcy, litigation, environmental law, labor & employment, healthcare and education.