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Job description
Overview
HKS Dallas is seeking a Contracts Counsel to join our Legal team. Provides legal support for the review and negotiation of contracts for the delivery of architectural or design services and other business contracts. Learns and applies the firm’s key contract positions, delivers thorough contract review and analysis, and manages contract intake and organization. Communicates clearly with project teams and firm leadership, adapts to shifting priorities, and identifies and resolves problems proactively.
Responsibilities
Provides review and analysis of contractual matters and contract negotiation
Creates and drafts legal documents as needed, and reviews legal documents prepared by firm staff
Minimizes risks, maximizes value, and seeks means to improve efficiency and reduce costs
Collaborates with project teams in reviewing contract scopes and advising on legal and financial risk of contracts
Manages contract review system and seeks out efficiencies and improved methods for streamlining contract review operations
Stays up to date and assists in the interpretation of the laws, regulations, and policies affecting the practice of architecture, engineering, and design services contracts
Assists in the education of firm-wide staff in risk management and contract matters
Qualifications
Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school
Member of the Bar in good standing required
Professional degree in architecture or engineering, with licensure and/or design practice experience strongly preferred
Typically with 5+ years of relevant legal experience
Experience in MS Office and Adobe tools
Knowledge of or a strong interest in federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and risk management practices relating to construction law and design professionals
Excellent work ethic and eagerness to produce high quality, accurate results with natural sense of ownership for projects and duties
Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of staff
Strong legal research and presentation skills
Ability to anticipate, manage, analyze, evaluate, and summarize legal issues and findings, and to present them in a clear and concise manner
Ability to hold sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality and integrity
Ability to organize and adapt to changing priorities, manage competing demands and meet deadlines, with high receptivity to feedback
Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise, and professional manner both verbally and in writingAbility to operate patiently and effectively in a fast-paced environmentAbility to collaborate in a team environment and work independently
Employer Information
HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran
HKS is a global firm of architects, designers, planners and advisors who create places noted for their beauty and performance. Our 1,600 people in 29 offices are united by the belief that an environmental, social and governance approach to design achieves design excellence. In 2023, we became a carbon neutral firm. We value honesty, diversity and inclusion and we celebrate creative thinking. In partnership with our clients and collaborators, we craft powerful ideas and solutions. Together we create places that stand apart.
HKS, Inc. provides reasonable accommodation in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities.
EEO is the Law and Supplement. The following link is the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement.
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Worksite address
dallas, TX, 75215, US
Who can apply
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