Assistant General Counsel, Global Operations -… at Micron · Syracuse

Assistant General Counsel, Global Operations - Construction and Infrastructure Location: Boise, ID - Main Site Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever. We are seeking an experienced construction attorney to join our Global Operations legal team to support the development and expansion of our manufacturing and related infrastructure footprint. This role is construction-first, with adjacent support for project development, infrastructure, utilities, and selected real estate interface matters. This attorney will work closely with construction, facilities, engineering, procurement, real estate, finance, and operations teams to help structure, negotiate, and complete complex projects in a practical, commercially focused way. The ideal candidate has strong experience supporting complex construction and infrastructure projects either in-house or in private practice. They thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate good judgment in unclear situations, and can turn legal risks into practical commercial solutions. Responsibilities: Lead legal support for large-scale design, construction, expansion, renovation, and infrastructure projects across manufacturing, industrial, R&D, utility, and mission-critical facilities. Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of project documents, including: EPC and design-build agreements CM/GC and GMP contracts Architect/engineer and other professional services agreements Major equipment procurement and interface agreements Preconstruction services agreements Owner-supplied equipment arrangements Change orders, amendments, claims resolutions, and settlement documents Advise project teams on key legal and commercial risks, including scope definition, schedule risk, delay, force majeure, performance security, liquidated damages, warranty, indemnity, insurance, payment, lien exposure, turnover, and dispute escalation. Support resolution of active project issues, including claims, defaults, change disputes, lien matters, closeout issues, and handoff/commissioning disputes. Partner cross-functionally with procurement, facilities, construction, project controls, engineering, EH&S, finance, tax, and operations stakeholders to move projects efficiently while protecting company objectives. Manage and coordinate outside counsel for specialized construction, real estate, regulatory, environmental, labor, and dispute matters. Deliver practical training and proactive legal mentorship to business teams to improve issue spotting, contract rigor, and execution quality. Minimum Qualifications: J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. 8–12+ years of relevant legal experience, with substantial experience in construction, infrastructure, real estate development, and large capital projects, with preferred mix of law firm and in-house practice. Significant experience drafting and negotiating complex construction and development agreements, with specific experience supporting advanced manufacturing, semiconductor, data center, energy, industrial, or other critical facilities. Familiarity with land use, permitting, incentives, utilities, or energy interface issues as they relate to major project development. Demonstrated ability to advise on major project risk allocation and to support fast paced, high-value transactions with cross-functional stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications: Strong project-management capability and ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously. Experience managing construction claims and pre-dispute strategy in partnership with business teams and outside counsel. Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for process improvements, especially using AI tools to improve efficiency and outcomes. The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is: $151,000.00 - $281,000.00 a year Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future.  We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget.  Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave.  Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays.  For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted onmicron.com/careers/benefits. Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. 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