WHO WE ARE

Vantage Airport Group is a privately owned, industry-leading investor, developer, and manager of airports and transportation infrastructure around the world. Our current network is composed of 12 active airport and rail station operations, in locations ranging from large capital cities and tourist destinations to smaller destinations in the U.S., Canada, the Caribbean, and Europe. These include the $5.1B redevelopment of LaGuardia’s Terminal B in New York, and major concessions redevelopment projects at Chicago’s Midway International Airport, and the new terminal at the Kansas City International Airport.

For more than 27 years, Vantage has been making airports more efficient, profitable, sustainable, and connected to the communities they serve. We have earned international recognition in areas such as design, finance, operations, and sustainability while delivering award-winning commercial programs and passenger experience. Millions of passengers travel through the Vantage network on an annual basis, and we are poised for continued growth. Passionate about People, Place and Performance, our success lies in the strength of our global talent, a team of some of the world’s most respected industry professionals.

The Project Counsel is responsible for supporting the General Counsel on a variety of project and construction contracts, insurance claims and dispute matters.

• Provide legal advice to clients with respect to the preparation and negotiation of a wide variety of legal documents required for the development, construction, and operation of the facility.
• Independently prepare correspondence and legal notices pursuant to lease terms and respond to construction-related matters.
• Work with the Design and Construction Department and project team to draft and complete vendor, consulting, procurement, and design agreements. Ensure that said agreements are timely, accurately finalized, and fulfill contractual lease requirements.
• Draft and negotiate leases, lease amendments, and other documents for the facility.
• Provide regulatory guidance with NY building and construction codes, as well as experience reviewing compliance issues (including egress requirements).
• Manage design and construction disputes, and respond to associated issues (including responses to change orders).
• Prepare correspondence and legal notices pursuant to lease terms and respond to construction matters.
• Proactively design and implement a compliance program to track contract and regulatory requirements.
• Must perceptively assume tasks and responsibilities as required to accomplish the project’s mission
• Other duties as required or assigned from time to time.

Education and qualifications

• Juris Doctor from a nationally recognized law school and licensed in the state of New York
• 5-7 years of real estate, construction, or related experience at a reputable law firm, and/or Fortune 2000 company
• Global experience; experience working with multi-national companies
• Experienced business lawyer with ability to form strong relationships with business leaders to achieve objectives of the Real Estate functions
• Strong technology skills (e.g. Office 365 (includes SharePoint), BIM 360, Procore and Workshare)
• Experience working effectively in a regulated environment
• High school graduation: relevant university or college degree preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communications
• Organization and planning skills crucial for multi-tasking while prioritizing and executing tasks
• Ability to diffuse and manage situations in high pressure situations

Primary Work Location: JFK Airport, NY

Employee Status: Regular Full Time

Job will remain open until filled

ABOUT YOU

You have a strong desire to learn are able to maintain a positive attitude, be a team player with strong interpersonal skills and can build consensus with business partners. You are a collaborative team player who also enjoys working independently and are comfortable working with a diverse set of stakeholders.

Additionally, you have:

• a preference for working with an entrepreneurial, fast-paced team
• demonstrated business acumen coupled with strategic, analytical and creative skills
• an ability to manage multiple projects, while staying on budget and delivering on time without compromising quality
• strong verbal and written communication skills, and,
• a passion for learning

You are an independent self-starter, calm under pressure and you are motivated to apply your practical experience, technical expertise and innovative ideas to the success of the project.

WHAT WE OFFER
In addition to a competitive compensation and benefits package, career progression, and access to a global team of talented professionals, we are growing and offer boundless opportunities to make your mark. If you share our sense of adventure, come, and join us for the journey. The salary range for this position is $175,000-$200,000.

TO APPLY

Please visit our Careers page at www.vantageairportgroup.com and follow prompts to apply with your cover letter and résumé.

All qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in the US will be considered.

At Vantage Airport Group, we seek and welcome unique backgrounds, perspectives, experiences and skills. As a global organization, we are always looking for differentiated points of view. We know that a diverse, inclusive and empowered workforce is essential to our shared success, and we invite you to join us for the journey.

For more information about Vantage Airport Group, please visit: www.vantageairportgroup.com