Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel
Location: St. Petersburg, Florida / Clearwater, Florida
Reports to: General Counsel
Department: Legal
Company Overview:
TECfusions quite simply means the fusion of Technologies, Environmental Protection, and the support of our communities. Technology does not need to impair the communities where the back-end processes take place … "the dirty side of IT". TECfusions tackles real data problems such as the need for more space, reliable sustainable energy, environmental conditioning, overcoming energy scarcity, environmental damage, and use of community resources with proven practices. We achieve these goals by implementing illuminating ideas, processes, and solutions to provide energy reliable infrastructure through architectural, agricultural, and engineering processes to meet all our global challenges.
We welcome all to join us on this journey to embrace technology while repairing our fragile planet.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled **Senior Legal Counsel** to join our dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will provide expert legal advice and support across all areas of the company’s operations, with a particular focus on construction law, financial transactions, intellectual property (patents), and general litigation. This role requires a deep understanding of the legal challenges associated with complex construction projects and experience in navigating the legal aspects of innovative technology deployments and financial agreements.
Key Responsibilities:
Construction Law:
- Draft, negotiate, and review contracts related to construction projects, including EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contracts, subcontractor agreements, and service contracts.
- Provide legal advice on construction-related disputes, including issues related to project delays, defects, and contract breaches.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to construction and environmental laws.
Financial Transactions:
- Advise on the legal aspects of financial transactions, including project financing, joint ventures, and mergers and acquisitions.
- Draft, review, and negotiate financing agreements, loan documents, and security instruments.
- Provide legal support for capital raising activities, including private equity and debt offerings.
Patents and Intellectual Property:
- Manage the company’s intellectual property portfolio, with a focus on patent applications, prosecutions, and licensing related to renewable energy technologies and construction innovations.
- Provide legal counsel on IP-related disputes, including patent infringement and technology transfer agreements.
- Collaborate with R&D teams to ensure legal protection of innovative technologies and innovations.
General Litigation:
- Represent the company in litigation matters, including construction disputes, contractual claims, and other commercial litigation.
- Develop and implement litigation strategies in collaboration with external counsel.
- Oversee discovery processes, manage document production, and represent the company in court proceedings.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in good standing with the state bar.
Experience:
- Minimum of 8+ years of legal experience, with a strong background in construction law.
- Proven experience in handling complex financial transactions, particularly in the construction or renewable energy sectors.
- Demonstrated experience in managing intellectual property matters, including patents.
- Extensive experience in general litigation, with a record of accomplishment of successful case management and dispute resolution.
Skills:
- Strong negotiation and contract drafting skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
- Persuasive communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Desirable Traits:
- A strong commitment to sustainability and renewable energy initiatives.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating legal risks.
TECfusions is an Equal Opportunity Employer
