General Counsel
Bechtel Plant Machinery Inc.

Job Info

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Location: Monroeville, Pennsylvania
Job Title: General Counsel
Status: Full-time Professional
Annual Salary Range: $156,300 - $222,658

*Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary

As a General Counsel you will independently and proactivelyidentify organizational needs and address as appropriate. The General Counsel will carry out complex and varied assignments requiring a high order of original and creative analysis from the BPMI General Manager and require extensive input from various departments of the BPMI organization; will make primary legal determinations in matters of substantial importance to BPMI; will maintain contact with and receive direction from the Board of Directors and interface Bechtel's corporate legal department; andwill direct and review work of outside counsel, as needed. You will be responsible for providing legal advice and counsel on all matters effecting BPMI activities at all BPMI locations, including Pittsburgh, PA, Schenectady, NY, Mishawaka, IN, and Barberton, OH locations.

Essential Duties:

• Serve as senior counsel and advisor to BPMI General Manager on the full range of BPMI activities and performing assignments as requested.
• Provide counsel regarding government contracting and prime contract compliance issues.
• Act as legal resource to BPMI management regarding employment law issues, Labor Relations, union matters, and employee benefit issues, including ERISA.
• Carry out assignments independently and make final legal determinations in matters of substantial importance to BPMI.
• Proactively identify issues and needs of BPMI and work collaboratively with BPMI management to address and resolve needs.
• Interface with company management, provide support to the BPMI Board of Directors as needed, and confer and negotiate with attorneys representing other companies and with the Government and the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP).
• Advise BPMI management regarding subcontracting and procurement in the government contracting environment.
• Advise on Export Control matters including federal regulations/licensing under International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
• Collaborate with BPMI management in the development and application of company policies, procedures, and business practices.
• Provide counsel in prevention, handling and settlement of lawsuits, charges, and claims.
• Advise on the legal aspects and implications on the full range of federal and state laws and regulations affecting the BPMI organization.
• Advise on and support EEO and Environmental, Safety, and Health program objectives.
• The essential duties identified are representative but are not intended to be an exhaustive or inclusive list of all the responsibilities of the position.

What You Can Expect:

• A culture that values people through recognition of accomplishments, work-life balance, and a sense of community.
  
• A diverse group of talented individuals working towards the common goal of supporting the United States Navy in their pursuit of national security.
  
• Competitive and attractive pay and benefits with a stable organization
  
• Opportunities to participate in BPMI sponsored committees and clubs, each with their own mission and purpose.
  
• Career advancement and professional development programs.
  

Minimum Job Requirements:

• J.D. degree from accredited law school program plus 10+ years' experience as an attorney representing a corporation, the U.S. Government, U.S. Government contractor, or other related corporate law experience.
• Licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania, or the ability to obtain Limited In-House Corporate Counsel License within 6 months.
• Requires a security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy security clearance is required.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Current license to practice law in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Current Secret government clearance
• Previous legal experience working with the NNPP.
• Additional education and/or experience in government contracting.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Experience working as counsel for a government contractor.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Keen attention to detail.

Why BPMI?

Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) is a project engineering organization supporting the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. BPMI provides design, manufacturing, and supply chain management of the fabrication, testing, delivery, installation, and field support of nuclear power plant components installed in submarines and aircraft carriers. In addition, BPMI provides upgraded replacement components in support of refueling and overhaul activities, and aids in the ultimate storage and disposition of spent naval fuel. BPMI also delivers information technology and operational solutions to the Nuclear Navy, enabling them to fulfill their critical mission.

BPMI is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you will be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.

BPMI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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