Construction Associate Attorney | Transactional

A nationally recognized Am Law firm is seeking a Construction Associate (3–6 years) to join its premier national Construction Practice in New York. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and collaborative team that advises on major construction and infrastructure projects across the United States.

The practice represents a wide range of clients across the construction industry, including engineers, architects, contractors, developers, and construction managers, and works on sophisticated project development matters as well as complex construction disputes.

The Opportunity:

Attorneys in this group work across the entire lifecycle of major construction and infrastructure projects, from project structuring and contract negotiation through dispute resolution and litigation.

Associates will have the opportunity to work on:

• Drafting and negotiating construction and design agreements
• Advising on large-scale real estate development and capital projects
• Handling construction claims and disputes, including delay, defect, and breach of contract matters
• Arbitration, mediation, and complex construction litigation
• Infrastructure and public-private partnership (P3) projects

The practice handles a variety of high-profile projects nationwide, including sports arenas, hospitality developments, healthcare facilities, infrastructure projects, and large-scale commercial developments.

Candidate Profile:

• 3–6 years of construction law experience
• Experience with transactional construction work, disputes, or a mix of both
• Background in real estate development, capital projects, or construction claims is a plus
• Strong academic credentials and excellent writing skills
• Big Law or construction boutique experience preferred
• Admission to the New York Bar or eligibility to waive in

Compensation & Work Environment:

• Highly competitive compensation and bonus structure
• Billable requirement: 1,850 hours
• Hybrid schedule: 3 days per week in office
• Comprehensive benefits and professional development support

Why This Role:

• Work on large-scale national construction and infrastructure projects
• Balanced mix of transactional and disputes work
• Exposure to sophisticated design and construction agreements
• Collaborative team with strong mentorship and professional development
• Integrated with the firm's real estate, finance, and government contracts practices

Please do not hesitate to apply if you are interested!