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Counsel - Legal and Contracts

4 months ago

Westport, United States Cumming Full time

At Cumming, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 20 ranking in ENR. With over 50 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless 

We are currently looking for a Counsel - Legal and Contracts. This position will require interaction with individuals of all levels at Cumming Corporation and its subsidiaries, clients, vendors, outside counsel, and insurance companies. This role will be based in our Westport, CT office.


  • Assist with the implementation and continuing development of the Company’s risk management program.
  • Review all contracts and agreements entered into by Company for purpose of identifying risks and formulating mitigation or avoidance strategies.
  • Educate Team members regarding nature of risks and assist in negotiation of contracts and agreements with clients.
  • Assist with implementation of contract and subconsultant management program.
  • Assist with handling of labor and employment matters.
  • Coordinate with insurers to ensure appropriate insurance coverages and Company’s compliance therewith.
  • Assist with pre-acquisition due diligence and post-acquisition integration activities.
  • Assist with managing claims, subpoena responses, and litigation.
  • Assist with corporate compliance matters including anti-bribery, data privacy, government relations, licensing, political contributions, and other regulatory matters.
  • Assist with handling general corporate legal matters for domestic and foreign operations.
  • Keep updated with legal developments which affect Company’s operations.
  • Assist Team members with resolution of issues and disputes arising during contract performance.
  • Assist with review and negotiation of commercial leases.
  • Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

  • Juris Doctorate degree is required.
  • 6-8 years' of qualified as an attorney.
  • Licensed in Connecticut or in a jurisdiction capable of waiving into Connecticut Bar.
  • General construction experience - in-house or law firm is required.
  • Experience with drafting and negotiation of various professional consulting documents.
  • Experience with identification and management of risks related to the construction industry.
  • Experience with project management, construction management, cost management, consultant, and confidentiality agreements.
  • Experience with insurance coverages in the construction industry including professional liability, commercial general liability, auto, builders’ risk, and cyber liability.
  • Experience with general corporate matters including corporate governance and regulatory compliance.
  • Experience with labor and employment matters
  • Preferred- litigation experience
  • Solid written and verbal communication skills.
  • Solid legal research skills.
  • Preferred- familiarity with contract and document management software.
  • Preferred- in house corporate experience.
  • Preferred- merger and acquisition experience.

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