Barry-Wehmiller
Barry-Wehmiller
Barry-Wehmiller is an industrial manufacturing company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, with expertise in packaging machinery and related production solutions. Its work includes corrugating, sheeting, paper processing, engineering services, and IT consulting, supporting customers across sectors such as food and beverage, healthcare, and logistics. The company also places a strong emphasis on people-centered leadership, professional development, and initiatives intended to strengthen its employees, customers, and communities.

Remote Associate General Counsel, Construction Contracts

Lead complex construction contract negotiations and resolve disputes for Design Group, Barry-Wehmiller’s U.S. architecture, engineering, and construction firm. Advise on enterprise risk across project delivery.

Description

  • Direct contract negotiations and risk oversight for design and construction projects.
  • Negotiate complex design, EPC, design-build, and construction management agreements with clients and project partners.
  • Draft and revise AIA, EJCDC, ConsensusDocs, DBIA, and owner-prepared agreements.
  • Lead negotiations with the Executive Team, Project Leadership, and Procurement.
  • Manage the firm’s contract and template library.
  • Advise project teams on risk reduction, project selection, and delivery methods.
  • Contribute to business development through contract strategy and direct client engagement.
  • Advise teams on legal and risk issues from project kickoff through closeout.
  • Handle dispute resolution, including client discussions, liens, mediation, arbitration, litigation, and settlements.
  • Work with insurers and outside counsel on professional liability, builder’s risk, and other construction insurance matters.
  • Support licensing, corporate governance, and risk strategy across Design Group entities.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
  • License to practice law in at least one U.S. state.
  • At least five years of legal experience supporting construction, commercial contracts, or project delivery.
  • Experience drafting and negotiating design-build, EPC, and construction management agreements.
  • Working knowledge of construction insurance, including professional liability.
  • Availability to travel up to 15%.
  • Preferred: Experience with architecture, engineering, construction management, or EPC organizations.
  • Preferred: Experience with AIA, EJCDC, ConsensusDocs, DBIA, or owner-prepared contract forms.

Benefits

  • Remote work may be available to a qualified candidate, depending on experience and business needs.
  • Reasonable accommodations are available during the interview process.
  • Equal opportunity employment.
  • Pre-employment screening may include drug testing, reference and employment checks, background screening, or skills assessments.

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