Staff Attorney

JOIN THE HOFFMAN TEAM 

Hoffman is building a diverse company, and we welcome all candidates to apply. 

Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, the Hoffman Construction name is synonymous with some of the most iconic projects in the region like the Portland International Airport, the Space Needle Century Project,MoPOP, Seattle Central Library, Colman Dock, Randall Children's Hospital, and the University of Oregon's Hayward Field. 

Our company has been in business for a century, but we are not stuck in the past. We encourage innovation, and we welcome diversity. 

Hoffman is employee-owned, which means employee owners have a stake in the company's long-term success, and it means you have the freedom and independence to solve challenges without bureaucratic second-guessing. 

You will earn highly competitive pay, get professional skills training, and enjoy benefits like free primary healthcare for you and your family through our dedicated healthcare clinics, health insurance, paid time off, a generous retirement program and a culture of inclusion and acceptance. 

The people who work here take pride in their work, support each other, and drive our commitment to exceptional construction, from urban high-rise towers, educational buildings, museums and libraries to advanced technology, industrial manufacturing facilities, water treatment plants, healthcare facilities and more. 

Hoffman is a place where you can feel like you belong. Many of our employees have been here for 20+ years. They often join us straight out of college or apprenticeships and grow their entire careers here. 

We are looking for people with a wide range of talents in positions from the jobsite to our corporate offices. Explore ourwebsite, and, if you like what you see, apply today. 

Position Summary: The Staff Attorney will play a vital role in maintaining the integrity and performance of the Hoffman Risk Management department. They will report to the General Counsel and support In-House Associate General Counsel with contract-related needs and some claim handing of Hoffman Construction and its affiliates. The Staff Attorney will drive issue resolution, noting system improvement opportunities throughout while maintaining a desire to learn the "why" behind the current structure and established processes 

Salary Range: $105,000 - $150,000 annually, depending on experience.

Essential Responsibilities:

Professional Experience and Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to a state bar and in good standing to obtain in-house admission/certification.
• Ability to obtain admission to the Oregon state bar
• At least three (3+) years of working experience in construction law or a related field at a law firm preferred.

Position Related Competencies 

• Action Oriented - Readily takes appropriate action, seizes new opportunities, and will take on new tasks and challenges with a sense of urgency and enthusiasm. 
• Communicates Effectively - The ability to develop and deliver clear, audience-appropriate written and oral communications, across all levels, functions, and demographics.
  • Actively and attentively listens to others, encouraging collaboration, and building relationships through respectful communication.
• Interpersonal Savvy - Relates and builds rapport with diverse groups of people, always acting with diplomacy and tact. 
• Instills Trust - Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, authenticity, and by following through on commitments and maintaining confidentiality. 
• Manages Complexity - Can make sense of complex, high-quantity data by asking the right questions to uncover the root cause of an issue. 
• Being Resilient - Effectively handles and manages setbacks, adversity, or crises, growing from difficult experiences. 

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position in an office environment more than 85% of the time.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, computers or printer.
• The worker is required to have the ability to perform duties such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; reading printed and digital documents.
• Constantly required to communicate with customers and coworkers in and office setting, on the phone and in digital meetings.
• Constantly required to coach, train, lead and talk to individuals and groups in-person, and remotely.
• The majority of work is performed in an office setting, with minimal time spent outdoors in all types of weather conditions and exposure.
• Must be able to work independently, making decisions, and following through on all assignments.

Application review will consider without limitation the following criteria: qualifications, education, and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with Hoffman Construction. Applicants must be able to pass the Hoffman Drug and Alcohol test. 

Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.

** Please note, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position **