Legal Counsel

2 months ago

Austin, United States Ferrovial Full time
About us:

Ferrovial Energy, is a business unit of Ferrovial, who is listed simultaneously on 3 stock markets: USA (Nasdaq), the Netherlands (Euronext Amsterdam), and Spain (IBEX 35). Ferrovial Energy

The Energy business unit is created with the objective of promoting the transition to a more sustainable and clean economy. We are present in Ferrovial core markets, and our focus is to provide innovative solutions for the development, construction and operation of renewable energy generation, storage and transmission infrastructures. We also offer energy efficiency solutions for both, public and private clients.

Job Description:

For our new Energy business unit, we are looking for a Legal Counsel with significant transactional experience in the development, construction, financing, operation, and maintenance of renewable energy projects in the U.S., with a primary focus on drafting and negotiating EPC, procurement, and supply agreements, to join Ferrovial Energy's Legal Department reporting to the Head of Legal U.S. The position will be located in Austin, Texas.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provide comprehensive legal support to our developer / owner's business unit throughout the lifecycle of projects, from inception through financial close. This includes drafting and negotiating renewable energy project contracts (such as power purchase agreements, engineering, procurement, and construction agreements, operation and maintenance agreements, asset management activities, lease and option to lease agreements, and site control documentation, among others).
  • Offer comprehensive legal support to our EPC Contractor's business unit by drafting and negotiating EPC Agreements, procurement, equipment supply and service agreements, and other subcontracting and supply chain matters.
  • Handle negotiation, mediation, and settlement of disputes between project owners, contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors, as well as participate in M&A transactions, including due diligence processes.
  • Manage corporate and filing matters.
  • Provide legal advice to ensure compliance with regulatory matters and internal policies.
  • Oversee the relationship with external advisers.

Education and Required Experience:
  • Juris Doctorate.
  • Member in good standing of a US State Bar (preferably Texas).
  • 5+ years of experience in the renewable/conventional energy industry in a top-tier law firm and/or in the legal department of a leading renewable energy company.
  • Significant experience representing utilities or independent power producers in drafting and negotiating renewable projects related contracts.
  • Significant experience representing constructors in drafting and negotiating construction contracts for procurement of EPC and ancillary services, as well as contract management support.
  • Experience in real estate, land use, and insurance matters in connection with the development of greenfield projects.
  • Familiarity with permitting activities, interconnection, energy law, energy-related tax incentives, and tax equity and debt project financing.

Professional Qualities:
  • Effectively manage tasks and deadlines independently.
  • Ability to interact with colleagues in a self-managed team structure.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication, decision-making, project management, and negotiating skills.
  • Computer proficiency in Word, Outlook, Excel, and Power Point.
  • Fluent in Spanish is a plus.

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