Senior Counsel - Contracts & Litigation

 

 

Job ID:  522347
 

CRH is a leading global diversified building materials group, employing over 75,800 people at more than 3,160 locations in 29 countries. CRH is the leading building materials company in North America and the world. We manufacture and distribute a diverse range of superior building materials, products, and solutions, which are used extensively in construction projects of all sizes. 

 

Job Summary

 

CRH Americas, Inc. is seeking an experienced attorney to join its collaborative legal department. In this hands-on role, you will report to an Associate General Counsel of CRH Americas, Inc. and work closely with the Company’s Environmental Health & Safety (“EHS”) managers. This role requires knowledge of litigation and commercial contracts. The position also requires the skill to identify and address potential litigation risks.

 

Job Location

 

This role is based at our corporate office in the Perimeter area of Atlanta, GA – hybrid work schedule

 

Job Responsibilities

 

• Partner with the Company’s operating companies to assert, or respond to, claims and lawsuits.
• Review and negotiate contracts.
• Collaborate with the Company’s operating companies to identify and prevent potential claims.
• Manage claims consultants and outside counsel.
• Evaluate the Company’s litigation practices and develop innovative ways to reduce litigation.
• Analyze regulations and legal precedent in order to make legal recommendations.
• Serve as Company’s legal counsel in negotiations with government regulators.
• Research, review, interpret, and draft legal documents such as consent decrees.
• Supervise litigation, including insurance and contract claims.
• Review budgets and invoices from consultants and outside counsel.
• Assist in the preparation of documents needed for accurate financial reporting.
• Work collaboratively with all levels of internal and external clients.
• Provide legal training to ensure that the operating companies comply with all applicable regulations.
• Represent Company’s operating companies in enforcement or regulatory matters.
• Identify legal exposures and take steps to ensure processes are in place to mitigate those exposures.
• Counsel managers and other employees with regard to legal matters.
• Provide legal support for acquisitions and divestitures.
• Provide training with regard to topics such as claims, compliance, and contracts.
• Select, develop, evaluate, motivate, retain, discipline, and train staff, if needed.
• Maintain professional demeanor at all times.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Job Requirements

 

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• License to practice law in at least one state.
• At least three years of practicing construction law or general litigation.
• Knowledge of best-in-class practices with respect to litigation management.
• General knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations governing the construction industry.
• Working knowledge of Westlaw, iManage, Onit or similar software platforms.
• Must have expert proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently within in a team environment and assist the team with other duties.
• Must be willing to travel up to 30%.
• Strong written and verbal skills to effectively interface with all levels of employees and government officials.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• The ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
• Personal accountability for work, work product, and deadlines.