General Counsel at AGE Engineering Services, Inc.

Dallas, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Governance, Contract Negotiation, Legal Due Diligence, Risk Management, Commercial Transactions, Corporate Law, Contract Law, Employment Law, Transaction Structuring, Compliance, AEC Industry Knowledge

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

General Counsel Build Your Future with AG&E We are seeking a dynamic and business-minded legal executive to support the Company's strategic growth objectives. This individual will serve as a key advisor to executive leadership, providing legal guidance on acquisitions, commercial transactions, corporate governance, and enterprise risk management. As we continue to expand through organic growth and strategic acquisitions backed by our private equity partnership, this role will have a significant impact on shaping the future of the organization. Who We Are AG&E Associates is a global structural engineering firm headquartered in Dallas, TX. Since 2004, we have grown to 350+ employees across 9 U.S. offices, with additional locations in Brazil and India. We are known for technical excellence, collaboration, and commitment to high-quality client solutions. Sectors We Operate In: * Mission Critical and Data Centers * Aviation * Advanced Manufacturing ---------------------------------------- What You Will Do Mergers & Acquisitions / Strategic Transactions * Lead all legal aspects of acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and other corporate transactions. * Manage legal due diligence, transaction structuring, negotiation, and execution. * Partner with executive leadership, private equity sponsors, and external advisors throughout the transaction lifecycle. * Support post-acquisition integration activities and identify legal and business risks associated with growth initiatives. Commercial & Corporate Legal Support * Review, draft, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial agreements, including client contracts, project proposals, master service agreements, subconsultant agreements, vendor contracts, confidentiality agreements, and other strategic business arrangements. * Provide practical legal counsel to business leaders on contract terms, project risk allocation, professional liability, commercial negotiations, and operational matters within the structural engineering and AEC industry. * Oversee outside counsel and assist with claims avoidance, dispute resolution, and risk management strategies related to project delivery and client engagements. Corporate Governance, Compliance & Risk Management * Support corporate governance, entity management, and compliance initiatives. * Provide practical legal guidance on regulatory, operational, and business risks. * Manage relationships with outside counsel and other external advisors. Employment Law (Preferred) * Provide guidance on employment-related matters, workforce compliance, and HR initiatives as needed. What You Bring * Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. * Active bar membership in good standing. * Experience in the AEC industry is strongly preferred * 7–10 years of legal experience, with significant experience in mergers and acquisitions, corporate transactions. * Demonstrated experience leading legal due diligence, transaction structuring, negotiations, and deal execution. * Strong knowledge of corporate law and contract law. * Ability to effectively manage multiple transactions and priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Exceptional negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills. * Practical business judgment and the ability to provide solutions-oriented legal advice. ______________________________________ Why Join AG&E At AG&E, you’ll work in a supportive and highly collaborative environment that encourages teamwork. We prioritize mentorship, hands‑on learning, and early responsibility empowering younger engineers to contribute meaningfully to projects while learning from experienced professionals. Benefits include: * Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, and voluntary benefits * Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options * Paid time off and paid holidays * 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match * Employee Assistance Program ---------------------------------------- Apply Today Join AG&E and help shape the future of structural engineering.

Responsibilities

Lead all legal aspects of acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and corporate transactions while advising executive leadership on risk management. Manage a wide range of commercial agreements and oversee corporate governance and compliance initiatives.