Contract Attorney_

Atlanta

**Overview:**

UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3,800 professionals across 80+ branches in high growth markets in the U.S., UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial, residential, and education.

Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients, as well as public-private partnerships, and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, scientists, and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project with the knowledge that precision, professionalism, and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships.

As UES continues to grow, it’s critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence.

**Summary**

_This position is a_ **_Contract: Part-time role working 20 to 25 hrs. a week. You must be living in FL, TX or MO._**

As a Contract Attorney at UES, you will collaborate closely with Business Development personnel, Operations Management, technical experts, and the UES Legal Department. Your primary responsibility will be to meticulously review, negotiate, and administer contractual terms and conditions, aligning with UES company policies and specific business units.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:**

+ Scrutinize government and commercial confidentiality agreements, RFPs, teaming agreements, proposals, contracts, change orders, and other legally binding documents.

+ Provide guidance to UES personnel on contractual terms and associated risks.

+ Assist in identifying and managing risks for each project.

+ Revise contractual documents as needed, adhering to UES procedures and project-specific risk evaluations.

+ Coordinate the review of contractual documents with various departments, including Legal, Risk Management, Tax, Finance, Health & Safety, Quality Assurance, Business Development, and Operations.

+ Support attorneys in reviewing and negotiating contractual documents with clients.

+ Identify and negotiate contract changes with clients during project execution.

+ Advise and train technical staff on contract administration, risk mitigation, change order management, cost and pricing, and other relevant topics.

+ Provide support in various areas, including contract review, negotiation, monitoring, close-out, indirect rate adjustments, audits, and proposal preparation.

**Experience:**

+ Must be licensed to practice law at least one state (ideally Florida) and a member of the relevant Bar in good standing.

+ Board Certification, or eligibility for Board Certification, in Construction Law is a plus.

+ **25+ years** of experience reviewing, revising, and negotiating contract language within the EPC, Construction, and Environmental consulting services industries.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office products and SharePoint.

+ Ability to collaborate with diverse customers and clients, including commercial clients, state agencies, local governmental agencies, and federal agencies.

+ Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal guidance.

**Preferred Experience:**

+ Bachelor’s degree in engineering.

**Mission**

We are trusted engineering partners enabling the construction community through responsive, expert problem solving.

We strive to be the leading environmental, inspection, testing and engineering firm by ensuring the safety, integrity, and sustainability of our community's land, foundations, and structures from development to redevelopment.

**EEOC Statement**

UES is committed to embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace that welcomes and thrives on the unique experiences, perspectives, and contributions of all team members. UES is bringing the best people and most diverse talent forward to drive growth, innovate and think bigger!

**Who We Are:**

UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.

**Growing in Excellence**

As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 75 branches and 3,500 employees, we’re looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.

**Why Work at UES?**

We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. Click here (harepoint.com/:b:/p/sbielefeldt/EbEUX7QyRi9Np7gALiJOZlkBNwVgknUxkYY7P7dcARIV9Q?e=CSxw2C) to see how we support our people in and out of the workplace **. Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.**

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_EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job._

**Team:** Legal

**Work Type:** Contract Role: Part-time

**Location Type:** remote