Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Counsel (EPC Counsel)

Overview

The organization is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented EPC Counsel to join its legal team and support commercial contracts and legal matters related to the development, construction, procurement, and operation of commercial solar and energy storage projects.

This role is ideal for a proactive attorney who enjoys collaborating across business functions, takes ownership of work, and wants to build renewable energy industry expertise. Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements; advising on project-related legal and compliance matters; and partnering with internal teams to support project execution and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Contract Drafting and Negotiation
  • Draft, review, and negotiate EPC agreements, construction subcontracts, professional services agreements, procurement and supply agreements, O&M agreements, amendments, assignments, and other commercial contracts
  • Maintain and update standard contract templates
• Construction, Procurement, and Project Support
  • Advise internal teams on contract interpretation, project delays, change orders, completion milestones, subcontractor and supplier performance, warranties, and other project-related issues
• Contractual Risk Management
  • Identify and evaluate contractual risks involving indemnification, insurance, limitations of liability, payment, termination, liquidated damages, and available remedies
  • Develop practical recommendations consistent with organizational objectives
• Regulatory and Compliance
  • Research and advise on applicable federal, state, and local requirements, including prevailing wage and apprenticeship, licensing, permitting, tax-credit-related compliance, and other regulatory matters affecting solar projects
• Commercial and Operational Agreements
  • Support O&M, asset management, and other commercial agreements related to construction and operational activities
• Claims and Disputes
  • Support contract-related claims, payment disputes, subcontractor defaults, insurance matters, and litigation, including legal research, document review, and coordination with outside counsel
• Corporate and Transactional Support
  • Support contract assignments, consents, due diligence, and other transactional matters related to construction, procurement, and operations, as needed
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with Procurement, Construction, Engineering, Development, Operations, Finance, and other internal teams to identify legal issues and provide practical, business-oriented advice
• Legal Process Improvement
  • Contribute to standard negotiation positions, maintain legal resources, and improve contract review and approval processes

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar
• 2+ years of relevant legal experience, including demonstrated experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements
  • Experience in construction, procurement, renewable energy, or an in-house legal department preferred
• Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills, with the ability to identify material risks and propose practical, business-oriented solutions
• Sound commercial judgment and understanding of how contractual provisions impact project costs, schedules, and business operations
• Ability to independently manage routine matters, prioritize competing deadlines, and recognize when issues require escalation
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with legal and nonlegal stakeholders
• Proactive, resourceful, and detail-oriented approach, with a collaborative mindset and interest in taking ownership and growing within the legal team

Compensation & Benefits

• $110,000 - $140,000 per year
  • Salary will vary depending on location and job-related skills and experience
  • This is an incentive-based position with the potential to earn more
  • For part-time roles, compensation will be adjusted to reflect hours
• Benefits and perks
  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • 401(k) with 4% company match
  • Summer Fridays
  • Flexible remote/hybrid work options
  • Paid parental leave
  • Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
  • Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance

Location

Headquarters and office locations include Asbury Park, New Jersey, with additional offices in New York City, Chicago, and Baltimore.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the application or interview process, request support through the accommodations process described by the employer.