Sr. Corporate Counsel
Sundt
Irving, TX · Posted September 25, 2026
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About the job
Job Summary
Support the corporation with respect to its legal and business operations including reviewing contracts, providing general legal advice, administration of claims and other legal matters as assigned by the General Counsel.
Key Responsibilities
1. Attend mediations, arbitrations, trials and hearings as necessary. 2. Conduct complex legal research, guide the investigation of claims and defenses; develop oral and written advice and present recommendations to management. 3. Evaluate and provide advice to company personnel with respect to construction defect and payment disputes; negotiate with owners, subcontractors and suppliers to resolve such disputes. 4. Exercise sound, independent judgment within areas of responsibility. 5. Lead training of company personnel. 6. Provide legal counsel and advice to company personnel on a broad range of legal topics including construction law, disputes, compliance, employment, labor relations, liens and other relevant law. 7. Provides management with legal advice and information regarding contract/execution risks and risk management strategies. 8. Review contracts and advise company personnel with respect to contract issues and contract administration. As appropriate participate in contract negotiations with respect to prime contract, subcontract and supplier matters. 9. Support other activities of the legal department as required. 10. Work extensively with internal teams with respect to their legal needs.
Minimum Job Requirements
1. Ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal oversight 2. Ability to travel as needed 3. Currently admitted (or capable of being admitted within six (6) months) as an attorney in Texas and in good standing 4. Excellent communication skills required 5. Juris Doctorate required from an ABA approved institution 6. Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs 7. Sr. Corporate Counsel requires 5-8 years' experience practicing as an attorney at a Law Firm or within a corporate law department. Construction law experience required
Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
1. May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis 2. Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures 3. Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
4. Will interact with people and technology frequently during a shift/work day 5. Will lift, push or pull objects pounds on an occasional basis 6. Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day. 7. Will use telephone, computer system, email, and other electronic devices on a frequent basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
Safety Level
Non-Safety Sensitive
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As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.
At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
Benefit list:
Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Workplace Wellness Programs
Mental Health Program
Life and Disability Insurance
Employee-Owner Perks
Educational Assistance
Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
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Any candidate submitted without an active, fully executed agreement will not be considered a qualified referral, and Sundt Construction assumes no obligation to pay any placement or recruiting fees. Additionally, any unsolicited resumes submitted to any Sundt Construction employee—including hiring managers or other personnel—will be deemed the property of Sundt Construction without any obligation to the submitting agency.