Construction Attorney

Construction Associate (2-5 Years) - AtlantaAbout the OpportunityA premier national law firm is seeking a 2-5 year Construction Associate to join its Atlanta office. This opportunity offers exposure to elite, large-scale development work, including airports, data centers, sports stadiums, and high-rise construction, within a top-tier national platform. Associates will participate immediately in sophisticated matters, assuming meaningful responsibility while receiving a high level of partner and direct client contact.The PracticeThe construction practice group represents key stakeholders on complex, large-scale projects across the country. The team provides strategic legal guidance throughout the entire lifecycle of a project, from initial design through construction and final close.Core project experience includes:Airports and data centersSports stadiums and hospitalsHigh-rise and commercial multifamily constructionIndustrial and major mixed-use developmentsNational PlatformThis is a unique opportunity to represent clients in a truly national practice. The team is intentionally structured to accelerate associate growth, allowing lawyers to step up and take ownership of high-profile matters early in their careers.Associates benefit from:Immediate participation in sophisticated, complex project executionDirect, daily client interaction and relationship buildingStrategic involvement across the entire design and construction lifecycleA platform designed to maximize substantive responsibility and skill developmentResponsibilitiesDraft, review, and negotiate complex construction documents, including design-build agreements, construction management agreements, and design agreementsCollaborate directly with clients to understand and advance their business objectivesProvide strategic legal guidance to project stakeholders during the design and construction phasesManage complex transactions from inception through closeQualifications2-5 years of construction and/or real estate transactional experienceProven experience representing parties on complex, large-scale development projectsAdmission to the Georgia Bar (or ability to obtain promptly)Confident and comfortable working directly with clients on a daily basisElevated attention to detail and excellent communication skillsCulture & Career DevelopmentThe group is comprised of true team players who are deeply supportive and actively invested in helping associates develop throughout their careers. Rather than a rigid hierarchy, the team’s structure ensures associates assume substantial responsibility early on, paired with high-level partner mentorship and sustained professional growth in a collaborative environment.CompensationThe salary range for this position is $235,000 - $310,000, dependent on relevant years of experience.Why This Role Stands OutElite exposure to landmark national projects (stadiums, airports, data centers)High level of immediate responsibility and direct, daily client contactDeeply invested, supportive team culture focused on long-term associate developmentHighly competitive compensation within a top-tier national practiceApply Now!