Full-Time Corporate Contracts Attorney

We are seeking a skilled and pragmatic Contracts Attorney to join our Legal team at Dudek, a leading environmental and engineering consulting firm. This role will focus on supporting our multi-disciplinary practices and business operations by managing a wide range of contracts and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements relevant to our industry.

• Review, edit and negotiate contracts including client professional service agreements, subconsultant agreements, teaming agreements, NDAs, and vendor contracts.
• Provide legal guidance to project managers and operations teams on contract terms, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure contracts align with Dudek policies and applicable laws, including government (federal, state and local) requirements.
• Maintain and update contract templates and negotiation playbooks to reflect best practices and evolving business needs.
• Support contract lifecycle management, including tracking, renewals, and closeout processes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve contract-related issues and support strategic initiatives.
• Assist with compliance matters, including conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and insurance requirements.

• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school and active CA bar membership in good standing.
• Strong understanding of commercial contracting principles, risk allocation, and negotiation strategies.
• 3–5+ years of experience in contract law, preferably in-house or at a law firm serving clients in the environmental, engineering, or professional services sectors.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.
• Collaborative mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Proficiency with contract management systems and document automation tools.
• Knowledge of FAR, DBE requirements, and other public contracting frameworks.
• Experience supporting multidisciplinary consulting teams (e.g., environmental scientists, engineers, planners).
• Familiarity with government contracts, indemnity clauses, and professional liability issues is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver practical solutions in a fast-paced consulting environment.

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