Renewable Energy EPC Attorney

Major, Lindsey & Africa’s client has an immediate need for an Interim Renewable Energy Construction EPC Attorney
Overview: Our client seeks a skilled Construction/EPC attorney specializing in renewable energy for a six+ month assignment.
Company: Our client is a well respected renewable energy company
Experience: Successful candidates will have at least 5-8 years of relevant experience
Location: Remote

Job Overview:
Our Client is seeking an experienced EPC / Construction Attorney to provide legal support for its portfolio of utility-scale renewable energy projects. The attorney will work closely with the client's development, construction, engineering and procurement teams on sophisticated construction and project contracting matters involving wind, solar, battery storage and other energy infrastructure.

This is a hands-on role for an attorney who can independently draft, negotiate and manage complex EPC and construction agreements and provide practical legal advice throughout the development and construction lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

EPC & Construction Contracting

• Draft, review and negotiate complex Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) agreements.
• Negotiate Balance of Plant (BOP) agreements, equipment supply agreements, construction services agreements and related project contracts.
• Advise on key construction contract provisions including:
  • Risk allocation
  • Milestones and scheduling
  • Change orders
  • Delay and performance liquidated damages
  • Indemnification and limitations of liability
  • Warranties and performance guarantees
  • Acceptance and completion requirements
• Partner with business and project teams to address contractual issues that arise during project execution.

Renewable Energy Project Development

• Support utility-scale renewable projects throughout development and construction.
• Work cross-functionally with development, engineering, procurement, construction and project management teams.
• Assist with equipment procurement and other agreements supporting construction of renewable energy assets.
• Provide practical guidance regarding construction risk and contractor obligations.

Project Execution & Contract Management

• Advise internal stakeholders on interpretation and enforcement of EPC and related project agreements.
• Support matters involving project delays, scope changes, contractor issues, warranty claims and contractual disputes.
• Help the business evaluate legal and commercial risk while keeping projects moving toward completion.

Qualifications

• J.D. and active bar membership.
• 5-8+ years of relevant legal experience.
• Significant experience drafting and negotiating EPC and sophisticated construction agreements.
• Experience with utility-scale renewable energy, power or major energy/infrastructure projects strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction risk allocation, LDs, warranties, milestones, change orders and contractor obligations.
• Ability to independently manage sophisticated agreements with limited supervision.
• Practical, business-minded approach and ability to work effectively with commercial and technical stakeholders.

Job ID: 265300

Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page: https://www.mlaglobal.com/en/consultant-resources
All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration.
Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws.