Construction Attorney
About The Position
General Matter is enriching uranium in America. Our mission is to restore our country’s ability to make nuclear fuel. Our fuel will help power AI, manufacturing, and other critical industries. It will power our next generation of reactors. Ultimately, it will power our national ambitions. We were incubated by Founders Fund, like Anduril and Palantir before us, and we are backed by top tier investors. Our lean, world-class team of engineers and operators is applying a first-principles approach to solving the problem of nuclear fuel production. We are a mission-driven company with a culture of urgency, accountability and transparency. Construction Attorney The company expects to undertake significant construction activities in multiple states over the course of the next decade. Mitigating the risks associated with these projects is critical to the company’s long-term success. As the main in-house construction attorney, you will be responsible for minimizing these risks in a fast-paced and changeable environment. Your portfolio will be diverse and include significant interaction with business leadership and managers at construction sites. The role will involve substantial responsibility, a high degree of autonomy, and a mandate to build systems that streamline risk management. You will also be expected to assist with other legal needs as appropriate, including lease arrangements and commercial contracts. This role may be structured as a deputy or associate position depending on candidate experience.
Requirements
- J.D. degree.
- 5+ years of legal experience (including clerkships).
- Substantial experience in construction law.
- Willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
- This position is based in Los Angeles, CA and requires being onsite full-time – hybrid and remote work will not be considered.
Responsibilities
- Managing construction legal risk across the organization.
- Advising on construction contract negotiations, implementation, and compliance.
- Overseeing construction dispute resolution, including litigation.
- Coordinating cross-functionally to facilitate ambitious construction timelines.
- Drafting and advising on leases and commercial contracts.
- Assisting the General Counsel with other legal issues as needs arise.
Benefits
- In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
