Counsel

S&B USA, headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, with multiple east coast regional offices is a leading infrastructure solutions company specializing in the development and construction of complex infrastructure projects, particularly through Alternative Delivery Partnerships. S&B USA offers comprehensive services, including project development, general contracting, self-performing construction, financing, and post-construction operations and maintenance. S&B USA is committed to innovation, sustainability, and community engagement, with a portfolio featuring mega projects like the Fargo-Moorhead Stormwater Diversion Channel in North Dakota and the PennDOT Major Bridge P3 Program across Pennsylvania.

S&B USA has an excellent opportunity for a Counsel to join its legal team, based in Pittsburgh, PA.

The Counsel supports the legal, contractual, and compliance needs of a growing heavy civil infrastructure construction organization engaged in alternative delivery projects including Design-Build (DB), Progressive Design-Build (PDB), Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC), Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), Public-Private Partnerships (P3), and traditional design-bid-build contracts. This role partners closely with Operations, Estimating, Risk Management, Human Resources, Finance, and Executive Leadership to identify legal risks, support contract administration, ensure regulatory compliance, and assist in dispute avoidance and resolution.

The ideal candidate is an early-career attorney seeking exposure to complex construction projects, government contracting, labor and employment matters, and commercial transactions within the infrastructure industry.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to General Counsel, Chief Legal Officer, or Senior Corporate Counsel.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Review & Administration

• Assist with the review, drafting, and negotiation of:
• • Prime contracts
  • Subcontracts
  • Consulting agreements
  • Joint venture agreements
  • Teaming agreements
  • Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
  • Vendor and supplier agreements
• Support bid and proposal teams by reviewing procurement documents and contract terms.
• Identify contractual risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Maintain contract templates and legal forms.

Construction & Project Support

• Provide legal support to project teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with contract interpretation and administration issues.
• Review change orders, claims, notices, and correspondence.
• Support project teams in documenting and preserving contractual rights.
• Research legal issues related to public procurement, construction law, and government contracts.

Claims & Dispute Resolution

• Assist in the preparation and management of:
• • Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REAs)
  • Claims submissions
  • Dispute resolution proceedings
  • Mediation and arbitration matters
• Coordinate with outside counsel as directed.
• Organize legal records, evidence, and project documentation supporting claims and defenses.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Support compliance efforts related to:
• • Labor and employment laws
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
  • Davis-Bacon and prevailing wage requirements
  • DBE/SBE participation requirements
  • Immigration and employment eligibility regulations
  • Ethics and anti-corruption requirements
• Assist in the development and implementation of company policies and procedures.

Corporate Legal Support

• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on various business matters.
• Support corporate governance activities and entity management.
• Assist with insurance, bonding, licensing, and regulatory filings.
• Maintain legal records and contract databases.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic business initiatives as assigned.

Training & Education

• Develop and deliver legal awareness training for project and corporate teams.
• Provide guidance to operational leaders regarding contractual obligations and risk management practices.
• Promote proactive dispute avoidance and contract compliance practices.

Qualifications

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.

Experience

• 1–5 years of legal experience.
• Experience in construction law, commercial contracts, government contracting, labor and employment, or litigation is preferred.
• Law firm, corporate legal department, or judicial clerkship experience is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of contract law and legal research methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with executive leadership, project teams, and external counsel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal research platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to heavy civil, infrastructure, transportation, energy, or industrial construction projects.
• Familiarity with alternative delivery contracting methods (DB, PDB, CM/GC, CMAR, P3).
• Understanding of public procurement laws and government-funded construction projects.
• Experience reviewing construction contracts such as AIA, EJCDC, ConsensusDocs, or agency-specific forms.
• Knowledge of claims management, risk management, and dispute resolution processes.

Key Competencies

• Business Acumen
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation
• Contract Analysis
• Legal Research
• Professional Judgment
• Collaboration & Relationship Building
• Integrity & Ethics
• Attention to Detail
• Written Communication
• Continuous Learning

Work Environment and Benefits:

• This permanent role is based in Pittsburgh PA in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation, and a normal range of temperature and noise level.

• Competitive compensation (commensurate with the candidate's experience and skills), medical/dental/vision coverage, paid PTO, 401k with a company match, training, career planning, and more.

• Work assignments are diversified. Interpret, comprehend, and apply complex material, data, and instruction – prepare, provide, and convey diversified information.

• Minimal physical effort required. Work is mostly sedentary but does require walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting, or carrying objects that typically with less than 10 lbs. (e.g., papers, books, files and small parts, etc.). Moderate dexterity – regular application of basic skills (calculator, keyboard, hand tools, eye/hand coordination.

• Work has periodic stress due to frequent goals and deadlines, and responsibility associated with the role.

About S&B USA:

S&B USA refers to all U.S. entities directly or indirectly controlled or owned by Shikun & Binui Ltd (TASE: SKBN), and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA. S&B USA operates through its infrastructure development and equity entity, S&B USA Concessions LLC, and multiple construction entities, including Shikun & Binui – America Inc., S&B USA Construction, and Joseph B. Fay Co (Fay). S&B USA specializes in developing and constructing complex infrastructure projects for public and private owners that transform and enhance communities. S&B USA offers expertise in design-build, value engineering, and accelerated construction delivery methods. For over 75 years, S&B USA teams in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and North Dakota have established a reputation for building safe, innovative infrastructure projects—including roadways, bridges, dams, ports, and industrial sites.

Why Join Us?

At S&B USA Construction, we are shaping the future of infrastructure delivery through innovation, collaboration, and a relentless focus on quality. This is a rare opportunity to lead some of the most transformative infrastructure projects in the U.S. while working alongside a global network of industry leaders.

Benefit Summary:

Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401K Plan with 4 % company match, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays

Core Values:

Work Safely: Safety is our Culture

Deliver Return: Earning a fair profit increases our long-term value

Value People: Take Care of Employees and They Will Take Care of Clients

Act with Integrity: Honesty Builds Trust

Provide Solutions: Better Solutions Yield Greater Satisfaction

S&B USA Construction and all its affiliate companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity) national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to S&B USA Construction. As part of the firm’s equal employment opportunity statement, S&B USA Construction will also take affirmative action to ensure that minorities, women, veterans, and qualified people with disabilities are considered for employment and promotional opportunities.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruiting@shikunusa.com or Phone: 412-471-4200 ext. 1032

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