General Counsel Jobs in Dallas, TX

The Counsel is responsible for assisting in the overall management of Safe Harbor’s legal department. This position plays a key role in optimizing the efficiency and coordination of legal matters for Safe Harbor. This position reports to the Associate General Counsel Legal and will work closely with the Construction & Development team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

§ Participate in management, policy, and business deliberations and clearly communicate how legal issues will affect business operations and recommend strategies to manage legal risk

§ Create programs to and manage capital expenditure contract management

§ Draft and review construction contracts

§ Provide legal and business input on all aspects of day-to-day operations of the real estate asset portfolio

§ Draft, review, and negotiate documents

§ Monitor compliance with internal Safe Harbor business and legal processes and policies

§ Draft, negotiate, and administer construction contracts using standard industry forms (AIA, ConsensusDocs) as well as bespoke agreements, including design-build, EPC, owner–contractor, and subcontract agreements for marina construction and capital improvement projects

§ Advise project teams on construction procurement strategies, contractor pre-qualification, competitive bidding processes, and contract award decisions to mitigate project risk

§ Identify, analyze, and manage construction-related legal risks, including change order disputes, delay and disruption claims, differing site conditions, mechanic’s liens, payment bond claims, and force majeure events

§ Counsel internal stakeholders on construction-related regulatory and permitting requirements, including environmental compliance, coastal development regulations, Army Corps of Engineers permits, and applicable federal, state, and local construction codes

§ Support resolution of construction disputes through negotiation, mediation, and arbitration; coordinate with outside litigation counsel on construction defect claims, surety matters, and other contentious proceedings as needed

§ Develop and maintain construction contract templates, playbooks, and training materials; collaborate cross-functionally with project management, procurement, risk management, finance, and operations teams to promote consistent legal standards across all capital projects

Safety and Environmental Responsibilities

Technical and Physical Requirements

§ Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts

§ Professional appearance and demeanor

§ Ability to work varied hours, including weekends and holidays as needed

Minimum Soft Skill Qualifications

The Company

Safe Harbor Marinas, LLC (SHM) is the largest owner and operator of marinas in the world. As a fast-growing company, SHM cultivates a team dynamic of passionate individuals led by the sharpest minds in the industry in order to serve the vibrant boating community that encompasses the SHM network. SHM teammates are committed to thinking critically, providing outstanding service and building relationships with all that we serve. SHM offers professional education and training opportunities and the chance to work with – and learn from – highly experienced professionals in the marine industry. In addition, SHM offers eligible employees healthcare benefits, 401(k) plans, paid time off, and relocation opportunities.

Safe Harbor Marinas provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, safe harbor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. The policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Additional disclosures available at https://shmarinas.com/hr-disclosures/.