Director, Real Estate and Commercial Counsel

Overview

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Director, Real Estate and Commercial Counsel to lead legal strategy and execution for large-scale infrastructure projects supporting business expansion. This role involves partnering with infrastructure, facilities, and executive teams to manage high-impact development projects such as land acquisition, leasing, factory construction and renovation, launch and test site development, utilities installation, and transportation infrastructure improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead legal strategy and execution for infrastructure projects critical to expanding business operations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements including purchase and sale agreements, leases, construction contracts (with architects, contractors, etc.), easements, and maintenance agreements.
• Advise internal stakeholders on land use, title, entitlements, permitting, and zoning matters related to infrastructure development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in engineering, test and launch operations, manufacturing, and finance to support site acquisitions, construction, and facility buildouts.
• Develop and implement scalable practices for managing infrastructure project risks, contract compliance, and long-term infrastructure planning.
• Negotiate additional commercial contracts such as supply chain and IT procurement agreements as needed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. state.
• Minimum of 7 years post-JD legal experience.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience at a top law firm.
• Strong contract negotiation, drafting, and project management skills.
• Strategic thinker comfortable working in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to coordinate and align diverse stakeholder groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven track record managing large-scale real estate, infrastructure, or construction projects from inception to completion.
• Ability to translate complex legal issues into practical guidance for technical and operational teams.
• In-house legal experience partnering closely with business and ownership teams in a rapidly scaling, operationally complex company.
• Business-oriented mindset with a strong sense of contextual risk calibration.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $245,000 to $336,500 USD, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Competitive equity package.
• Generous paid time off and sick leave.
• Parental leave.
• Annual learning and development stipend.
• Additional benefits and perks.

Location

This position supports infrastructure projects across multiple sites and requires collaboration with various internal teams.

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status is not tolerated. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.