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Legal Counsel - Northeast Region

The Lane Construction Corporation
United States, Connecticut, Cheshire
90 Fieldstone Court (Show on map)
Nov 05, 2026
Lane Construction is one of America's leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure. For 135 years, it has contributed to the development of the country's transportation systems including the Interstate Highway System and a vast network of roads, bridges, airports, metros, and railways. Lane specializes in mobility, tunneling, and water resources to address sustainable development and climate change adaptation challenges. WORKING WITH LANE Lane Construction is one of America's leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure. For 135 years, it has contributed to the development of the country's transportation systems including the Interstate Highway System and a vast network of roads, bridges, airports, metros, and railways. Lane specializes in mobility, tunneling, and water resources to address sustainable development and climate change adaptation challenges. Description Advises business leaders on identifying and mitigating litigation risks. Develops and implements creative dispute resolution strategies. Manages outside counsel to ensure alignment with company objectives. Manages all phases of litigation, from pre-litigation advice through trial and appeal. Collaborates closely with others provide legal counsel on a broad range of items including, employee relations, M&A, real estate transactions, leases, claims (bond, insurance, payment/non-payment, bankruptcy) etc. Assists project teams in requesting time extensions and associated financial compensation, from notice, to schedule analysis, to cost quantification, to presentation in front of finder of fact. Reviews, drafts and negotiates contracts and labor agreements. Addresses subpoenas and discovery requests. Reviews and consults on prequalification submittals. Prepares witnesses for testimony. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Juris Doctorate or equivalent Certifications Employment Conditions 5 years of experience Physical Requirements Corporate or Area office (No project/site expectations) Competencies Labor Relations Legal Counseling Legal Issue Spotting Federal, State and Local Regulations Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR/DFARS) Investigation Strategic Thinking Influencing and Communicating Negotiation Mergers and Acquisitions Contract Law Construction Law Employment Law/Labor Law Dispute Resolution Discovery Compensation Data Annual Salary Range: $150,000 - $220,000 Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Lane Lane Construction offers a comprehensive benefits package with an excellent opportunity to grow and be part of one of the most respected names in the construction industry. Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lane Construction offers a comprehensive benefits package with an excellent opportunity to grow and be part of one of the most respected names in the construction industry. Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer.