Tishman Construction Corporation/AECOM Tishman is seeking an Assistant General Counsel in New York City, NY to support our exciting construction projects.
About Construction Management—Tishman Construction Corporation d/b/a AECOM Tishman (AECOM Tishman) AECOM Tishman is a New York-based construction manager specializing in high-rise commercial, residential and hospitality projects. Founded on a reputation of professionalism and quality, with the financial backing of AECOM, we are one of New York City's premier builders.
This position may provide some flexibility for a hybrid work schedule, combining in-office and virtual work, and must be based in New York, NY.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Works on legal matters for Tishman.
- Reviews, prepares and/or negotiates contracts and subcontracts.
- Identifying risks and preparation of legal advice with input as to risk assessments and requests for approval to proceed with projects or pursuits.
- Provides counsel regarding collateral matters arising in connection with business transactions.
- Partners with the commercial and operations teams to identify and protect the interests and objectives of the company, to minimize risk of loss and/or liability.
- Manage external counsel where appropriate and necessary in judicial and administrative litigation and/or claims
- Work with Human Resources, Analysts and Insurance departments to review all contracts, bids, and contract-related services pre and post contract performance.
- Lead negotiations between Tishman and its clients.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Responsible for the delivery of varied technical and professional activities.
- Work is subject to practices and procedures covered by precedents, well-defined policy, and process considerations that may require periodic review with other teams or work groups.
- Due to changing priorities or different situations encountered, incumbent has latitude to consider which procedure to use.
- Possesses advanced analytical, technical and problem-solving skills and abilities.
- Extremely organized with a strong sense of priority, urgency and commitment to deadlines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.