Attorney Construction Contract and Legal Specialist Job at Sunset Grill Construction, Seattle, WA

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  • Sunset Grill Construction
  • Seattle, WA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Construction Contract and Legal Specialist

 

SGC: Company Overview & Culture

At SGC we are committed to delivering excellence in every project. We seek dedicated professionals who take pride in their work, focus on solutions, and bring a proactive, detail-oriented approach to everything they do. Our team values collaboration, continuous improvement, and the drive to exceed expectations—creating an environment where individuals can grow, be challenged, and achieve their best.

 

Education : Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Construction Law, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.

Experience: :Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction contract management or legal advisory roles.

Job Type : Full Time, Monday - Friday

Travel : In Person-Seattle

Pay: $50/hr-$80/hr or Depending on Experience, Qualifications and References

Benefits:

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Competitive PTO Offerings

 

Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Construction Contract and Legal Specialist to oversee the preparation, review, and management of construction contracts and ensure full legal and regulatory compliance. This role also requires a strong understanding of estimating principles and bid documentation to support the tendering process and mitigate contractual risks. The ideal candidate will bring a solid legal background, combined with practical construction industry experience, to support successful project execution.

Responsibilities

 

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of construction-related contracts, including, owner contracts, subcontractor agreements, consultant contracts, and supply agreements.
  • Ensure all contracts comply with legal, regulatory, and organizational standards.
  • Provide legal and contractual support throughout the tendering, pre-award, and post-award phases.
  • Review and interpret bid documents, scopes of work, specifications, and estimating packages to ensure contractual accuracy and consistency.
  • Collaborate with estimating and procurement teams to ensure alignment of bids with legal and contractual requirements.
  • Identify and advise on risks in bid documents, proposals, and contract terms during the tendering stage.
  • Provide guidance on claims management, change orders, extensions of time, and dispute resolution.
  • Assist in the resolution of contractual disputes, including mediation, arbitration, and litigation support.
  • Maintain accurate and organized contract records, correspondence, and documentation.
  • Monitor contract execution to ensure obligations are met and risks are mitigated.
  • Keep current with construction laws, industry standards, and best practices.
  • Advising on contract interpretation and risk allocation.
  • Supporting bid/tender processes with contractual input.
  • Managing claims, change orders, and contract amendments.

Qualifications

  • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks without sacrificing quality
  • Strong attention to detail in all aspects of work — from scheduling to written communication
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and office equipment
  • Self-starter with excellent time management and organizational skills

 

Job Tags

Full time, For subcontractor, Work at office, Monday to Friday,

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