In-House Counsel
Robert Half
5d
the Woodlands, TX, US
Job Type
Full-time
Job Description
Description We are looking for an experienced In-House Counsel to provide legal guidance for complex energy and infrastructure projects based in The Woodlands, Texas. This position partners with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to support matters spanning project development, contract strategy, risk management, and corporate legal needs. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, a practical approach to commercial negotiations, and deep familiarity with construction and energy-related legal frameworks.
Responsibilities:
- Advise business leaders and project teams on legal issues arising throughout the lifecycle of renewable energy and infrastructure developments, from early planning through project closeout.
- Prepare, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including engineering and construction contracts, vendor arrangements, operations and maintenance agreements, leases, and related project documentation.
- Identify contractual, operational, and legal risks and provide practical recommendations to protect the company's interests while supporting business objectives.
- Handle disputes and claims involving owners, subcontractors, suppliers, and other external parties, working toward timely and effective resolution.
- Counsel internal stakeholders on applicable regulatory obligations, compliance considerations, and company policy matters affecting project execution.
- Support corporate legal activities such as entity governance, organizational records, and required business filings.
- Oversee engagement with outside counsel, including directing legal work, managing deliverables, and controlling external legal spend.
- Collaborate across departments to prioritize legal support for multiple active matters in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment. Requirements - Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in good standing with the Texas State Bar.
- At least 5 years of legal experience supporting construction, infrastructure, renewable energy, or closely related sectors.
- Demonstrated background in drafting and negotiating sophisticated commercial agreements, with strong experience in engineering, procurement, and construction matters preferred.
- Experience working in a law firm, an in-house legal department, or a combination of both environments.
- Ability to manage competing priorities independently while maintaining attention to detail and sound legal judgment.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; Spanish language capability is a plus.
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