Senior Legal Advisor for Renewable Energy Projects

1 week ago


Austin, Texas, United States Ferrovial Full time
About Us:

Ferrovial Energy is a division of Ferrovial, a global leader listed on multiple stock exchanges including the USA (Nasdaq), the Netherlands (Euronext Amsterdam), and Spain (IBEX 35). Our mission is to drive the transition towards a sustainable and eco-friendly economy. We operate in core markets, focusing on innovative solutions for the development, construction, and management of renewable energy generation, storage, and transmission infrastructures. Additionally, we provide energy efficiency solutions for both public and private sectors.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Legal Counsel with extensive transactional expertise in the development, construction, financing, operation, and maintenance of renewable energy initiatives in the U.S. This role will primarily involve drafting and negotiating EPC, procurement, and supply agreements, and will report to the Head of Legal U.S. The position is based in Austin, Texas.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver comprehensive legal support to our developer/owner's business unit throughout the project lifecycle, from inception to financial closure. This includes drafting and negotiating contracts related to renewable energy projects such as power purchase agreements, engineering, procurement, and construction agreements, operation and maintenance agreements, asset management activities, lease agreements, and site control documentation.
  • Provide thorough legal assistance to our EPC Contractor's business unit by drafting and negotiating EPC agreements, procurement, equipment supply, and service agreements, along with other subcontracting and supply chain issues.
  • Manage negotiations, mediations, and settlements of disputes among project owners, contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors, and engage in M&A transactions, including due diligence processes.
  • Oversee corporate and filing matters.
  • Offer legal counsel to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
  • Supervise relationships with external advisors.
Qualifications:
  • Juris Doctorate.
  • Active member of a US State Bar (preferably Texas).
  • 5+ years of experience in the renewable/conventional energy sector, either in a top-tier law firm or within the legal department of a leading renewable energy company.
  • Proven experience representing utilities or independent power producers in drafting and negotiating contracts related to renewable projects.
  • Significant experience representing constructors in drafting and negotiating construction contracts for procurement of EPC and ancillary services, as well as providing contract management support.
  • Experience in real estate, land use, and insurance matters related to the development of greenfield projects.
  • Familiarity with permitting processes, interconnection, energy law, energy-related tax incentives, and tax equity and debt project financing.
Professional Attributes:
  • Ability to manage tasks and deadlines independently.
  • Strong interpersonal communication, decision-making, project management, and negotiation skills.
  • Proficient in Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Fluency in Spanish is advantageous.
If you are driven by challenges and align with the profile described, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

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