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Description

The Attorney role provides legal advice and counsel in support of Burns & McDonnell’s global engineering, construction, design-build, and EPC operations. This role partners closely with project teams and executive management to deliver practical, timely legal guidance on transactional, operational, and risk-related matters that advance the Burns & McDonnell’s business objectives while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal standards.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

+ Provide ongoing legal advice and counsel related to engineering, construction, design-build, EPC, and professional services projects.

+ Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including prime contracts, subcontracts, joint venture and consortium agreements, MOUs, term sheets, and related transactional documents.

+ Advise executives, management, and project teams on contractual obligations, interpretation of terms and conditions, and legal and commercial risk.

+ Support project teams by providing timely, responsive legal guidance aligned with Burns & McDonnell’s business goals and risk tolerance.

+ Maintain compliance with Burns & McDonnell contracting protocols, commercial standards, policies, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

+ Coordinate with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts to identify legal issues, assess risk, and develop clear, actionable recommendations.

+ Collaborate with and manage outside counsel as needed for litigation, disputes, claims, or specialty legal matters.

+ Participate in the Company’s risk management processes and provide regular updates to the General Counsel regarding contract status, risk analysis, and compliance matters.

+ Build and maintain strong working relationships across the organization and within the Legal Department.

+ Mentor and support the development of attorneys and legal team members; assist with internal legal training initiatives as appropriate.

+ Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all Burns & McDonnell policies, procedures, and standards.

Qualifications

+ Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.

+ Ability to obtain Missouri licensure.

+ Experience in the construction industry, supporting engineering, construction, design-build, or EPC projects is strongly preferred.

+ Demonstrated proficiency in contract drafting, review, and negotiations.

+ Working knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and legal principles affecting engineering and construction services.

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal audiences, including senior leadership.

+ Sound judgment and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives.

+ Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage a large workload with tight timelines.

+ Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of cross-functional teams.

+ Must be able to communicate and collaborate effectively and professionally in a team-oriented environment.

+ Commitment to working safely and in compliance with Burns & McDonnell’s safety policies and procedures.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

**Job** Legal

**Primary Location** US-MO-Kansas City

**Other Locations** United States

**Schedule:** Full-time

**Travel:** Yes, 10 % of the Time

**Req ID:** 260180

**Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-MJ #COR