Attorney - Construction Contracts

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• →Strong knowledge of commercial contract principles, construction contracting, and risk allocation.
• →Demonstrated ability to draft, review, interpret, and negotiate complex commercial and construction agreements.
• →Ability to identify performance, schedule, scope, pricing, quality, and contract-administration issues and translate them into practical legal and business recommendations with compelling justifications.
• →Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• →High level of attention to detail and ability to maintain reliable, contemporaneous contract records.
• →Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• →Ability to prioritize multiple matters, work under pressure, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced demanding project environment.
• →Ability to develop successful relationships with executives, employees, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• →Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, sound judgment, and confidentiality.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school is required.
• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona or other state is required.
• 5+ years of relevant legal experience involving construction, commercial contracts, procurement, corporate transactions, or a related practice area is required.
• Experience negotiating master agreements for large construction projects through redlines and conference calls.
• Experience in resolving disputes involving change orders, claims, delays, and subcontractor performance is required.

• English proficiency is required, including the ability to read and interpret complex contracts and communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Mandarin Chinese proficiency is a plus but is not required.

• Must be able to travel to UIS locations locally as needed to perform certain work functions.
• Must be able to work in both a corporate office and construction jobsite/trailer-office environment as business needs require.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that a candidate must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift heavier items with assistance or mechanical equipment.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform assigned tasks.
• Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, grasp, and operate tools, equipment, or materials.
• Perform repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, and arms.
• Climb ladders, stairs, or elevated surfaces as required by the job.
• Maintain visual acuity sufficient to read labels, instructions, safety signage, and documentation.
• Maintain balance and coordination while moving materials or operating equipment.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments requiring frequent movement and manual labor.

• Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and moving mechanical equipment.
• Indoor and/or outdoor work environments, which may include varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Work in confined spaces, elevated areas, or active job sites, depending on project requirements.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, and high-visibility vests.
• Interaction with powered industrial equipment, tools, and vehicles.

UIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status. Or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.