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  • Bechtel Corporation
Job Summary
Location
Reston ,VA
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
08 Feb 2025
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Job Description
Requisition ID: 282016
  • Relocation Authorized: None
  • Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
  • Work Location: Reston, VA
Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.
Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.
Bechtel Enterprises (BEn) is the project development, investment, and financing arm of Bechtel. We develop projects, lead M&A and project acquisition activities, provide project financing services, and invest in the development of new technologies across power, energy, transportation, communication, and other sectors. We have developed or co-developed over 100 projects ($100 billion in project costs) and have helped arrange over $54 billion in financing for Bechtel projects, including over 18,000MW of power projects across 10 countries. Bechtel Enterprises is headquartered in Reston, Virginia and has offices in Houston, London, Sydney, and Washington, D.C.
Job Summary:
In this role, you will join the legal team in supporting BEn with the review of contracts, preparing responses to due diligence inquiries, preparing first drafts of legal documents, and lead drafting and review of certain legal documents, as well as assisting with managing various aspects of closing of corporate transactions including oversight of all related documentation). You will maintain BEn's document management and control system, and will be responsible for information governance and training of the broader BEn team on the system/workflow, and assist with contractual compliance (i.e. the tracking and notification of obligations that arise from various BEn contracts). You will review outside counsel invoices and assist in outside counsel budget management. Your attention to detail and communication will contribute to efficiency of legal department activities. You will have a strong understanding of corporate governance, associated knowledge management, and strong cross-functional skills to collaborate across teams and departments. #LI-HB1 #LI-Hybrid
This position is designated as part-time telework/hybrid per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.
Major Responsibilities:
  • Provides comprehensive support for mergers and acquisitions and joint ventures, including preparing and organizing closing documents and binders, and tracking post-execution requirements.
  • Manages and maintains the existing document management system for archived records/contracts to help the team ensure compliance with obligations under the contracts and also under internal approvals.
  • Provides general support to the BEn team on legal issues relating to M&A, development of projects and financing, as well as interfacing with the Bechtel Risk Management, Bechtel Internal Audit and Bechtel Ethics & Compliance departments.
  • Performs web-based research tasks, including finding relevant regulations and statutes related to finance and investment matters.
  • Assists in performing due diligence on potential consultants, representatives and business associates.
  • Support corporate governance efforts for a growing portfolio of entities by drafting organizational documents (e.g., resolutions, consents, and inter-company agreements), as well as coordinating with corporate Legal in procuring certificates of good standing and other closing documentation as needed.
  • Reviews and determines appropriate responses to incoming project related requests, documents, and correspondence; manages relationship and communications with internal/external customers, and other members of the legal department.
  • Trains BEn personnel in the use of information storage and tracking practices. Monitors work to ensure effective implementation of these practices.
  • Keeps abreast of department technologies, techniques, and services that are available to assist with contract compliance and document management and retention.
  • Compiles information, analyzes and prepares reports, and establishes metrics for compliance and document management activities.
Education and Experience Requirements:
  • Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.
  • Paralegal Certification preferred.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
  • Collaborative, highly organized, strong prioritization skills and pro-active.
  • Knowledge of MS Excel, Power Bi, SharePoint and other tools/systems to support compliance, records retention and management, process efficiency and improvement preferred.
  • Communicates effectively in writing and orally; communicates fully and on-time with supervisors, managers, colleagues and clients.
  • High attention to detail and quality.
  • Ability to handle confidential information and communications in a secure manner.
  • Demonstrates by conduct an uncompromising commitment to Bechtel's high ethical standards.
  • M&A related experience preferred.

Total Rewards/Benefits
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards
Diverse teams build the extraordinary:
As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.
We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to
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