Counsel or Corporate Counsel - Construction at Hines in Houston, TX

When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company’s esteemed annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.

As Counsel/Corporate Counsel with Hines, you will assist with design, construction and related transactions and projects, advise the Hines teams involved with such design, construction and related transactions develop strong partnerships with Hines’ central, regional and international offices and coordinate with outside legal counsel as requested. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

*Title will be dependent upon candidate experience and qualifications

• Negotiate and draft design, construction and related consulting contracts and purchase orders.

• Assist in RFPs and review of comments to contracts and bid solicitations documents.

• Assist in responding to project issues (change order requests, delay claims and defective work situations), prepare related correspondence and assist in the selection and monitoring of outside counsel if necessary.

• Provide advice on indemnity clauses, guarantees and other provisions; review insurance and indemnity requirements in contracts and coordinate with Hines’ insurance risk management team regarding appropriate insurance terms with respect to design and construction arrangements.

• Provide support to central departments and international and regional offices through the review and negotiation of other vendor and other services contracts (geotechnical and environmental consulting agreements, insurance manuals, purchasing agreements, etc.).

Minimum Requirements include:

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Two or more years of relevant legal experience in general real real transactions, construction transactions or construction litigation.
• Experience in transactions in different states a plus.
• Licensed to practice law in the United States.
• Strong academic credentials from a top tier US law school
• Experience selecting and managing outside counsel
• Highly confident, articulate, self-motivated, self-sufficient, and enthusiastic individual who is a team player.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and focus on outcomes over output
• Ability to travel periodically

At Hines, we strive for excellence as a leading global real estate investment manager, driven by our by our belief that real estate is fundamentally about people. Our diverse portfolio spans $93.2 billion¹ of assets across such property types as living, office, retail, mixed-use, logistics and life science projects – all designed to enhance value, connection and inspiration. Our strategic approach integrates local expertise with global knowledge, taking calculated risks aligned with our convictions to exceed expectations and tailor solutions to our clients' needs.

While our projects are renowned for enhancing cities and pioneering sustainable practices, we recognize that the true driving force behind Hines' success is our 5,000 dedicated employees in 30 countries who draw on our 65-year history to build the world forward. This is why we prioritize investing in our people, offering comprehensive training, competitive compensation, robust benefits and generous vacation packages. By centering our focus on the growth and wellbeing of our team, we cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone, including our clients, can thrive.

Hines is proud to be named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2024. ¹Includes both the global Hines organization and RIA AUM as of December 31, 2023.

We are an equal opportunity employer and support workforce diversity.

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