Paralegal

PARALEGAL

POSITION SUMMARY

Okland Construction is seeking a Paralegal to play a pivotal role in our legal team, focusing on contract management and litigation support. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our legal operations and make a meaningful impact in the construction industry.

ABOUT US

Founded in 1918, Okland Construction operates as a regional general contracting and construction management company with nearly 1,000 employees and growing. It supervises the architectural, engineering, bidding, contracting, building, and inspection from the beginning to the end of the project and specializes in concrete self-preform on large commercial scale.

LOCATION

Salt Lake City, Utah

WHY OKLAND 

• A people-focused culture united by our shared values
• Progressive leadership
• Growth, training, and development opportunities
• Competitive salary rates
• Generous PTO
• Health, Life, & Disability Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Employee Recognition and Rewards
• Employee Referral Program
• Company Bonus eligibility
• A commitment to delivering the most remarkable experience for all stakeholders

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Responsible for shepherding trade partners (subcontractors) through Okland’s Master Subcontract Agreement (MSA) process, including negotiating and finalizing terms with support from Okland’s inhouse attorneys.
• Ensure that any insurance requirements to which a trade partner agrees are met, e.g., proof of insurance documents are obtained and reviewed, certificates of insurance are obtained, etc.
• Participate in the drafting process of various other agreements, including prime agreements with project owners, vendors, suppliers, and other third parties.
• With support and involvement from Okland’s legal department, provide support to project teams faced with various contractual issues, e.g., defaulting trade partners, contract education, etc.
• Provide litigation support to Okland’s inhouse attorneys, e.g., collecting and reviewing documents in response to third-party subpoenas, document requests, etc.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLSET REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum experience of four years in a paralegal/legal assistant role, preferably in the corporate/finance/transactional areas
• Experience with reviewing financial statements and understanding how to assess the financial strength of a company based on those statements
• Investigative mind and strong research skills
• Excellent written and oral communication and time management skills
• Solid computer skills, including a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

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Okland is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, Okland also has a strong corporate commitment to inclusion.

Notice to all Employment, Staffing, & Recruiting Agencies and Recruiters: We please ask that you do not directly email, call, or visit our hiring managers. Okland Construction does not accept unsolicited resumes, and should any be received from a third party, they will not be considered unless a signed agreement is in place. If you would like to discuss becoming a preferred staffing vendor for Okland Construction, please contact our recruitment team, who will advise you on the process.