Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Attorney - Minneapolis, MN

Stinson LLP is seeking an Attorney with ten years or more of experience to join the Energy, Environmental, Mining, and Transportation Division, in any of Stinson's offices. Qualified applicants will possess excellent academic credentials and have strong writing, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Qualifications Required: The candidate must have at least ten years of legal experience, with significant experience working with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) and balance of plant agreements, equipment supply contracts, long-term service agreements and related matters, with the ideal candidate having experience in connection with the development and construction of energy projects.Excellent writing, oral advocacy skills, and academics are required. The successful candidate should have the following experience and skills:Significant responsibility for drafting and negotiating EPC and balance of plant agreements and equipment supply contracts on energy projects such as wind, solar, or gas generating facilities; battery storage facilities; electrical transmission projects; and other energy-related infrastructure.Experience drafting and negotiating agreements related to the EPC contracting framework, such as subcontracts and vendor agreements:Experience with drafting and negotiating asset management agreements; operations and maintenance agreements; long-term service agreements; services and maintenance contracts; and similar contracts with major equipment vendors and service providers.Also helpful would be transactional experience in commercial construction, particularly design-build agreements but also including other construction and construction-related agreements.Litigation experience on EPC- and construction-related matters may also be helpful.Experience working as part of teams of attorneys on EPC- and construction-related (including project development) matters.The ability to apply creative, strategic, and analytical thinking to identify and resolve complex legal issues.Experience with clients in the renewable energy, power generation and related sectors, and the ability to follow trends in these industries, identify new business opportunities, and build relationships with existing and potential clients.Active license to practice or the ability to waive into practice in the desired location is required. Exceptional academic performance and excellent research, writing and analytical skills are required.Please apply online and provide a resume and cover letter. For questions, contact recruiting@stinson.com. Please submit your application by no later than 45 days following the posted date. Applications received after this date may not be considered.At Stinson LLP, we are committed to the success of our attorneys. We are equally committed to providing competitive, affordable health and wellness benefits to help take care of yourself and your family, including:Medical, dental, and vision health plansMedical savings accountsFirm-provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness ProgramEmployer-paid life insurance and AD&DShort- and long-term disability benefitsGenerous paid time off for holidays, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, and attorney leave for various reasons, including birth or adoption of a child and personal and/or family health; generous paid military leavePaid bar dues, approved bar association memberships and CLE expensesExcellent work-life programs, including service bonuses, back-up child and elder care, and employee discount programOur non-partner attorney compensation structure has two components: (1) a base salary and (2) a discretionary merit bonus based on performance. Depending on the experience level of the candidate, the base compensation for this role ranges between $190,000 and $260,000. The salary range for this position is based on a variety of factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, and location. The range is provided as an initial approximation at the time of posting and may vary based on the individual's unique qualifications and experience.Partner-level candidates with portable business are welcome to submit materials for consideration. A separate pay structure applies to partners.For more information about Stinson, visit us at http://www.stinson.com and the NALP Directory of Legal Employers, https://www.nalpdirectory.com.Stinson LLP is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, disabled, and other diverse candidates to apply to be considered for open positions. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. We conduct criminal background checks on all individuals offered employment. Information gathered through applicant voluntary self-identification will be used for statistical reporting and to measure the effectiveness of our EEO outreach efforts. All information is requested on a voluntary basis and will be kept confidential. We will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the Stinson LLP application process should contact Human Resources at 316.268.7962 or email stinson.humanresources@stinson.com.By submitting an application, you certify the information provided is true to the best of your knowledge and belief. You understand that being untruthful in response to any of the answers provided within an application or any of the attached documents may lead to your termination in the event you are employed. If employed, you will be required to provide documentation showing you are legally authorized to work in the United States. We conduct criminal background checks of all individuals offered employment.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities