Lemartec, a MasTec company, is a full-service EPC, design-build, and construction management agency firm providing customized turn-key solutions to the industrial, aviation, and energy markets.

We strive to become the premier firm within the markets we serve!

Headquartered in Miami, Florida, Lemartec maintains international capabilities & strategic partnerships throughout the globe, and is an authorized builder for VP Buildings (Varco-Pruden), a world leader in steel building systems manufacturing.

Since the 1940's, our family has been focused on one objective; to design and build the best solutions for our clients.  This attitude has produced a reputation that is centered on our commitment to quality and service in the design and construction of each and every project we take on.

For additional information, visit us at lemartec.com.

We are hiring. Join our team today!

Industry: Construction
Company Size: 51-200 employees

Lemartec Corporation, a MasTec company

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**Overview**

The Corporate Counsel will serve as a legal advisor for the Company, providing strategic legal guidance across all aspects of construction law. This role will report to the Senior Legal Counsel and provide support to project teams, executive leadership, and administrative departments to ensure legal compliance, risk mitigation, and dispute management. The ideal candidate will have a background in construction-related legal matters and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

**Company Overview**

Founded in 1979, Lemartec is a national General Contractor / Construction Management Firm, and MasTec’s Vertical construction arm. As a MasTec company, we maintain international capabilities and strategic partnerships throughout the Americas and the Caribbean to service the most complex of projects within the industries we serve, which include industrial, aviation, power, and large commercial. As a MasTec Company, Lemartec is able to serve our diversified customer base through a network of 22,000 professionals and subject matter experts in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction across over 400 locations throughout North America and the Caribbean. With experience working in all 16 disciplines of construction, we have the resources and knowledge to complete projects of any scale.

MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. In infrastructure, we specialize in general heavy civil construction, underground utilities, structures, electrical work, material production, roadways, bridges, specialty pavement overlays, environmental projects and commercial buildings. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).

**Responsibilities**

- Review, draft and negotiate construction contracts, subcontracts, and vendor agreements, including incorporation of prime contract terms and conditions, for large-scale vertical construction projects

- Ensure contracts comply with applicable laws and industry standards.

- Review construction bid documents and advise business development and estimating teams on material terms, insurance requirements, and conditions impacting bid submissions.

- Work closely with business development, preconstruction, procurement and project teams to ensure construction contracts align with Company’s contracting philosophy and risk tolerance profiles.

- Advise project teams on material contract terms and conditions in project planning and kick- off meetings, including providing contract page turn reviews.

- Develop content and conduct training for diverse audiences on matters of construction law or of contract interpretation.

- Facilitate management of disputes, claims, and other project-level risks with the goal of resolving such matters at the lowest levels possible.

- Undertake other special projects/initiatives as assigned or required.

- Maintain corporate governance documentation and support entity filings and licenses.

- Advise leadership on legal implications of business decisions and regulatory changes.

- Support mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives.

**Qualifications**

-  Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school in the United States.

-  Minimum 5-7 years of legal experience, including drafting and negotiating construction contracts.

-  Preferred Experience includes having represented or worked with general contractors or construction management firms.

-  Willingness to travel to the company’s office locations and project sites (up to 25%).

-  Requires membership in the State Bar as an attorney qualified to practice law in one or more states in which we operate, or the ability to obtain membership as an in-house counsel in such states.

**Knowledge, Skills, and Personal Attributes:**

-  Strong knowledge of construction law, industry standards, and applicable federal, state, and local laws.

-  Understanding of the interplay between owners, contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals.

-  Ability to manage a large, fast-paced, and dynamic workload with minimal supervision.

-  Strong client-service mentality with proven ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external clients.

-  Ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of the Company.

-  Handle confidential material with requisite discretion and judgment while ensuring integrity in all business transactions.

-  Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and logical thinking skills.

-  Exceptional ability to advocate verbally and in writing the Company’s positions during contract negotiations with the client’s counsel.

-  Visibility requires maintaining a professional appearance and presenting a positive company image.

-  Strong computer skills, including proficiency in AI contracting systems, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat Professional.

**What's In It For You**

Financial Wellbeing

- Compensation $175K-$200K / year, commensurate with experience

- commensurate with experience

- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase

- 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

- Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children

- Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount

- Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave

- Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation

- Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

- Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment

- Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage

- Emergency Travel Assistance Program

- Group legal plan

~~Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.~~

~~MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.~~

~~**Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at ** ~~~~**https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/ ** ~~~~**.** ~~~~MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.~~

Corporate Counsel

Cordero & Associates provides immigration, nationality and consular legal services to corporate and individual clients throughout the U.S., Latin America and Europe from its Miami headquarters as well as offices in New York, Washington DC, Bogotá, Buenos Aires and Caracas.

Industry: Law Practice
Company Size: 11-50 employees

Cordero & Associates

**Company Description**

Cordero & Associates provides immigration, nationality, and consular legal services to corporate and individual clients across the U.S., Latin America, and Europe. With headquarters in Miami and additional offices in New York, Washington DC, Bogotá, Buenos Aires, and Caracas, the firm offers a broad geographic reach to meet client needs effectively.

**Role Description**

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Business Immigration Lawyer based in Miami, FL. The Business Immigration Lawyer will be responsible for providing legal counsel on immigration matters to corporate and individual clients. Daily tasks include preparing visa petitions, ensuring compliance with immigration laws, representing clients in legal proceedings, and liaising with immigration authorities. The lawyer will also research and stay updated on the latest immigration laws and regulations to provide the best possible service to clients.

**Qualifications**

- Expertise in immigration law, nationality law, and consular legal services

- Strong research and analytical skills

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Ability to manage multiple cases and clients simultaneously

- Proficiency in Spanish and/or other languages is a plus

- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

- Admission to the bar in the state of Florida

Immigration Lawyer

Wilson Elser is the preeminent defense litigation firm in the United States. At any given time, our more than 1,100 attorneys are engaged in some 100,000 defense and coverage matters, with many defending clients in various local, state and federal courts. For more than four decades, our litigation, coverage and trial lawyers have gained a reputation for taking on and prevailing in the most challenging and technical cases, frequently “parachuting in” to assume unresolved matters from other law firms. Our success also derives from winning on our clients’ terms and rigorously adhering to their guidelines. We are ranked 103 in the AmLaw 200 and 43rd in the National Law Journal’s NLJ 500.

Industry: Law Practice
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

Wilson Elser

**Wilson Elser ** is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1400 attorneys in 46 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our **Legal Administrative Assistant **position in our **Miami **Office.

**The Position **

This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals looing to advance their careers in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. As part of a national law firm you will gain hands-on experience supporting a team of skilled attorneys while honing your litigation expertise. If you thrive in a collaborative setting and enjoy taking on new challenges, please apply.

**Key Responsibilities: **

- Prepare and draft legal filing, format documents, pull exhibits proofread, and redact as needed

- E-file court documents in various state and federal courts

- Open new matters and assist in processing case closures

- Assisting attorney with trial preparation and coordinating of witnesses/experts for trial

- Manage and organize legal documents

- Coordinate and schedule hearings, conferences, depositions, and maintain attorney calendars

- Provide administrative support to attorneys and paralegals ensuring smooth day-to-day operations

**Qualifications **

- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in defense litigation and/or insurance defense experience preferred

- Trial experience is a plus

- Strong knowledge of litigation procedures including drafting and formatting pleadings

- Familiarity with State and Federal court rules, including e-filing requirements

- Ability to work collaboratively in a team oriented environment supporting multiple attorneys

- Excellent organizational  and time management skills to prioritize and handle multiple tasks efficiently

- Excellent typing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with attorneys and clients

- A proactive mindset with willingness to take on new responsibilities and challenges

**Why Should You Apply? **

- ~~**Benefits: ** Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan ~~

- ~~**Career Growth: ** Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement ~~

- ~~**Employee Perks: ** Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits ~~

~~Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com. ~~~~Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.  It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law. ~~~~Wilson Elser endeavors to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to any and all users.  You may review our Accessibility Policy here. ~~~~California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here. ~~#ZR

Legal Administrative Assistant

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