Corporate Counsel - Performance Contracting Group

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.

PCG is seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel for its Corporate Legal operations based in Lenexa, Kansas. This individual will:

• Serve as the primary legal contact for company branches nationwide;  
• Be the primary interface with, and manage outside counsel on all matters of litigation or regulatory compliance;  
• Oversee and execute legal duties relating but not limited to joint ventures, claims, mitigation of risk, government contracts and other day to day legal items; 
• Draft, review, interpret and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements including subcontracts, purchase orders, master contracts, non-disclosure agreements and non-compete agreements; 
• Review and improve standard contract templates and identify areas of continuous improvement for the contract management process and other company processes; 
• Counsel company branches on legal implications of commercial and operational matters in order and provide legal advice that aligns with company’s goals; 
• Develop, implementand present training programs for operations and corporate personnel on risk mitigation, contract management, and regulatory compliance;  
• Performing records and legal research; 
• Work in conjunction with various internal departments to identify and address legal and business issues; and 
• Perform additional tasks as requested by the General Counsel. 

Basic Requirements:

• Juris Doctor
• Minimum of 7 years of experience
• License to practice law
• Strong organizational skills and ability to adapt to an evolving work environment
• Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize a workload efficently
• High level of emotional intelligence
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Proven track record of being proficent in litigation and handling claims
• Ability to maintain high quality work output in a dynamic work environment
• Ability to work independently, efficiently and proactively on multiple projects under tight deadlines while maintaining a commitment to quality
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Proven track record of being a self-starter

Preferred Requirements:

• Construction industry experience
• Federal Compliance and/or Government Contracting experience 
• Employment/Labor law and/or Corporate Governance experience
• Local or willing to relocate to the Kansas City Metro area

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

At Performance Contracting our employees are our greatest asset. We put our people first and are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our employees at every stage of life.

In our commitment to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive personally and professionally, we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Incentive bonus plan
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
• Life insurance, accidental death and disability benefits
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

PCG provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

PCG is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

NOTICE TO STAFFING FIRMS, AGENCIES AND EMPLOYMENT VENDORS:

Performance Contracting Group and its affiliates will not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters without a signed Fee Agreement in place AND before the resume is inputted into our applicant tracking system (iCIMS). Vendor solicitation should be directed to the Corporate Recruitment Department directly; as such, firms that circumvent the required compliant process will be barred from submitting candidates. In the absence of a signed fee agreement AND proper resume submission, PCG does not recognize any claim on a candidate by a third party, will consider unsolicited resumes the property of the company and reserves the right to engage and hire those candidates without any financial responsibility to the third party vendor.

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