Senior Construction & Projects Associate – Energy, Infrastructure & Real Estate
TPO search, Chicago, IL, United States
A leading international law firm with a global reputation for excellence in energy, infrastructure, and large‑scale project development is seeking a Senior Associate (5+ years PQE) to join its Chicago office. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced attorney to lead on complex U.S. and cross‑border projects in the energy, mining, infrastructure, and commercial real estate sectors.
Position Overview The successful candidate will manage high‑value project development and construction transactions, draft and negotiate sophisticated engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracts, and oversee multi‑site project rollouts. The role also involves client relationship management, training client teams on best practices, and supervising junior lawyers and staff.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Minimum 5 years of relevant law firm experience
Proven expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing large‑scale design and construction contracts (U.S. and cross‑border), including projects valued over $50M
Deep experience in the energy, mining, infrastructure, and commercial real estate sectors
Strong background advising on claims, risk management, and contract standardization for multi‑site and Latin‑American projects
Excellent project‑management and leadership skills
Admission to practice law in Illinois
Why Consider This Role?
Lead on high‑value, cross‑border infrastructure and energy projects
Join a globally recognized Projects & Construction team
Engage directly with sophisticated clients and decision‑makers
Competitive $420K base salary plus bonus eligibility
Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid leave programs
To Express Interest Email Freddie at freddie@thepeopleof.co.uk with your resume and a brief overview of your relevant projects for confidential consideration.
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Position Overview The successful candidate will manage high‑value project development and construction transactions, draft and negotiate sophisticated engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracts, and oversee multi‑site project rollouts. The role also involves client relationship management, training client teams on best practices, and supervising junior lawyers and staff.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Minimum 5 years of relevant law firm experience
Proven expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing large‑scale design and construction contracts (U.S. and cross‑border), including projects valued over $50M
Deep experience in the energy, mining, infrastructure, and commercial real estate sectors
Strong background advising on claims, risk management, and contract standardization for multi‑site and Latin‑American projects
Excellent project‑management and leadership skills
Admission to practice law in Illinois
Why Consider This Role?
Lead on high‑value, cross‑border infrastructure and energy projects
Join a globally recognized Projects & Construction team
Engage directly with sophisticated clients and decision‑makers
Competitive $420K base salary plus bonus eligibility
Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid leave programs
To Express Interest Email Freddie at freddie@thepeopleof.co.uk with your resume and a brief overview of your relevant projects for confidential consideration.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at TPO search by 2x.
Get notified about new Senior Project Associate jobs in
Illinois, United States .
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