In-House Counsel

Director of Contract Administration (In-House Counsel) | Leading Commercial Construction Organization We're seeking a Director of Contract Administration (In-House Counsel) to join a leading commercial construction company supporting high-profile projects across data centers, hospitals, stadiums, and other large-scale developments. This is a strategic leadership role reporting directly to the CEO and serving as the organization's primary legal and contract advisor. What You'll Do :Review, draft, and negotiate complex construction and commercial contract sAnalyze contract terms and identify legal, financial, and operational risk sAdvise executive leadership on payment terms, indemnification, liquidated damages, and other critical contract provision sPartner with project teams throughout the project lifecycle, from bid review through project closeou tSupport contract dispute resolution and collaborate with outside counsel when necessar yDevelop contract templates, processes, and best practices to strengthen risk managemen tProvide contract-related guidance and training to internal stakeholder sServe as a trusted legal advisor to executive leadership and business team s What You Brin g:Juris Doctor (JD) degr eeActive Bar license in Maryland or Virgin ia5–10+ years of legal experience with contract review, negotiation, and administrati onStrong contract drafting, analysis, and risk assessment capabiliti esAbility to work independently while delivering practical, business-focused legal advi ceAuthorization to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship requiremen ts Preferred Qualificatio ns:Experience in construction law or construction contract administrat ionBackground working with contractors, subcontractors, engineering firms, or construction organizati onsPrior in-house counsel experie nceFamiliarity with AIA, ConsensusDocs, and other industry-standard construction contract fo rmsExperience supporting public works or government-funded proje cts Top performers in this role are strategic thinkers, skilled negotiators, and trusted business partners who can balance legal risk with operational objectives while building strong relationships across the organizat ion. 📍 Location: Baltimore, Maryland 21227- onsite?? Pay: $130k- $145k/year with benefits (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other f actors) If you have an interest in the Director of Contract Administration , please a pply now! Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. Available paid leave includes Personal Time Off (PTO) on an accrual basis up to 152 hours a year, 10 Paid Holidays, 1 Community Service Day, and up to 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave. PTO and holiday hours are prorated based on hire date within the cale ndar year. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance