Overview
Office Administrator Jobs in Savannah, GA at Harris Lowry Manton LLP
Who we are
We’re The Beck Group, the largest and most innovative integrated building firm in the country. We are focused on delivering design and construction excellence on a broad range of project types. Headquartered in downtown Dallas, with offices in Atlanta, Austin, Charlotte, Denver, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Worth, Mexico City, and Tampa, we believe a better process and outcome results from working together. At Beck, you will find yourself surrounded by passionate colleagues who have a collaborative mindset and care about each other. We are committed to hiring the best and brightest within our industry, and that’s why we are seeking experienced professionals like you to help transform the industry and continue building Beck’s respected reputation.
What you bring to the table
The Beck Group seeks to add a skilled attorney to our In-House legal team. Working alongside our Senior Counsel and General Counsel, you will provide legal support to our project teams nationwide. This position will work closely with Construction, Architecture, and Design-Build project teams through the full lifecycle of each project. As a member of a small legal team supporting a large company, this position is an exciting opportunity to quickly become an instrumental contributor to the success of each project and the company overall.
The position involves the following essential functions:
Primary responsibility to provide legal support to construction and architecture project teams through full lifecycle of project, from RFP to closeout
Also support human resources, other corporate services, and Beck regional and corporate leadership
Report to General Counsel with Senior Counsel direct oversight
Review, edit, and negotiate construction, architecture, and design-build contracts
Review, edit, and negotiate contracts with subcontractors, suppliers, and various other vendors and clients, including for example, subcontracts, purchase orders, NDAs, software agreements, lender consents, and leases
Field questions from project teams, analyze risk, help think through issues and map out course moving forward that mitigates risk, limits liability, and otherwise promotes and protects Beck’s interests
Assist with corporate governance and licensing
Work closely with Risk department to navigate insurance claims and coverages
Work with AI platform and other technologies to enhance output and add efficiencies
Who we think will be a great fit
The ideal candidate will have a service first attitude and willingness to assist our project teams with an array of legal services. The right candidate will be able to skillfully manage their time and keep their work organized. They will also be comfortable being pulled in multiple directions at once and manage expectations of requesting parties and deliver quality service in a timely manner.
Qualifications:
J.D. from accredited school
Licensed to practice law in any US State, with ability to become licensed in Texas
At least 2 years of construction law experience preferred. The following would be a plus:
Litigation and transactional experience
Law firm and in-house experience
Proficiency with computers and typical software, including Microsoft Word and Excel
Affinity for contract review, editing, and negotiation, with sufficient knowledge and experience to handle independently from start to finish (although support will be available)
Physical Demands:
Frequently required to sit, stand, and move about the office and occasionally visit project sites; frequently operates a computer and other office productivity equipment; communicates with Beck personnel, outside counsel, opposing counsel, subcontractors, vendors, and others; ability to adhere to timely and consistent attendance; some travel required, typically to Beck regional offices.
Beck’s Benefits
At Beck our team member experience goes beyond your day-to-day work activities – we also want to support the rest of your life goals, milestones and challenges. We strive for thrive – we want you to thrive in your wellbeing, finances, and community.
In addition to robust coverage for medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits, Beck is pleased to offer its team members:
401k match and free SmartDollar program for financial wellness
Free dedicated financial coach
Personal health & fitness program for tracking activities & earning rewards
Paid family leave
Health discounts on medical premiums
Free comprehensive health screenings
Free health coach program for weight-loss & hypertension management
Financial & behavioral support for family forming journeys (ex. Fertility, adoption, pregnancy, and parenthood).
Free Life Coach
Pet insurance discount
Organized projects and events to support our communities
Join our team and build your future with Beck.
The Beck Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
The Beck Group
Every team member shapes life at The Beck Group. It’s why we place top priority on recruiting and retaining the best talent. Our team of architects, engineers, builders, sustainability professionals, and technology experts value collaboration and strive to deliver the best work out there. If this is a place you want to become a part of, here’s your opportunity to let us know.
Title: Office Administrator
Company: Harris Lowry Manton LLP
Location: Savannah, GA
