Position Summary
Consistent with the vision and values of Ketchum & Walton Co. Co., the Legal Manager will ensure Ketchum & Walton Co.’s interests are protected within its contractual relationships. Responsible for creating, analyzing, processing, and recording various construction contract administration documents. May act as liaison between K&W, external legal advisors, and subcontractors providing information or documents as needed.
Applicants must have:
- Possess superior attention to detail in order to spot errors and inconsistencies within contracts.
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and discretion internally and externally.\
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong relationship building skills.
- Creative problem-solving and research skills.
- Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
- Outstanding organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to perform consistently and reliably with a willingness to increase professional responsibilities, skills and comprehension.
- Ability to comprehend complex documents and identify risk factors.
- Familiarity with legal requirements and contract language defining scope of work, terms and conditions concerning payments and limited liability.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
Preferred skills:
- JD or Bachelor’s degree in legal field with extensive experience.
- Familiarity with legal requirements to maintain insurability of contracts and minimize contract risks.
- Construction Industry related experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with Executive Leadership Team to develop and implement policies which reduce business risks and liabilities.
- Develop, implement, and manage legal policies, procedures, and documents.
- Research and analyze legal issues and advise management on the legal implications of their decisions.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
- Provide legal advice and guidance to executive leadership on all legal issues.
- Monitor changes in laws and regulations and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with external legal counsel and other legal advisors.
- Oversee regulatory and compliance matters.
- Maintain contract and terms templates and adjust language as needed
- Review client’s proprietary forms of contract (MSA, NDA, ) and identify issues for negotiation; manage as necessary
- Prepare contracts for implementation
- Record, track, and report on proposal and contract status through use of contract software
- Review, verify accuracy, and resolve discrepancies in subcontract agreements received from various contractors in various states, as well as identifying potential risks
- Share and clarify contract processes, conditions and details with sales and project management team
- Review project specific insurance requirements and generate requested insurance certificate
- Register, compile, and submit all required OCIP / CCIP paperwork
- Maintain files of proposals and signed agreements
- Record preliminary notices to protect lien rights as appropriate
- Review other contracts as requested
- Work with executive team to coordinate in-house training on risk management and professional liability topics (and other business-related topics as may be approved)
ADA/EEO Statement
Ketchum & Walton Co. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Physical Requirements:
This position will be performed in an office environment and will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person, virtually, and by telephone, and frequently operate standard office equipment such as telephone, computers, & printers. May need to lift 10-15 lbs, occasionally.
Other things to know:
- You must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check
- This position may require some travel; therefore, the candidate must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- FLSA STATUS: Full-time, exempt employee
- LOCATION: Flexible (One of K&W Office Locations)
- TRAVEL: As needed; less than 15%
- REPORTS TO: Vice President of Operations
- DIRECT REPORTS: n/a (for now)
Our Mission
Ketchum & Walton Co. Co. is an employee-owned company that provides a home for committed, innovative, and driven individuals in a successful and entrepreneurial environment. We provide value to our clients through engineered solutions and product application in the areas of Air Filtration, Architectural and Interior Noise Control, HVAC equipment, and Vibration Isolation.
We partner with market leaders focused on continuous and never-ending improvement in research, development, and technology. We are committed to providing products, services, and solutions that will positively impact the bottom line through cost savings and efficiencies. We actively contribute to a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future by enhancing acoustics, promoting air purification, and optimizing energy consumption.
Our Vision
To cultivate and sustain a World Class, employee-owned (ESOP) company by actively contributing to a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future through our culture, processes, and technology.