Ferrovial

Head of Legal US - Energy

Austin, TX

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 4 days ago

Stakeholder ManagementBusiness DevelopmentNegotiationM&AProcurementLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingRenewable Energy

About the role

This position will provide strategic legal guidance across project development, M&A, project finance and tax equity transactions, construction, operations, and divestment activities.
Assess legal and commercial risks associated with investments, transactions and projects, providing practical and business-oriented solutions.
Provide legal leadership throughout the lifecycle of renewable energy and energy infrastructure projects, including development, financing, construction, operations and asset management.

Lead and oversee the legal function for Ferrovial Energy's operations in the United States, acting as a trusted advisor on strategic legal, commercial, regulatory and risk management matters.
Support the growth of the business through M&A transactions, project acquisitions and divestments, joint ventures, public-private partnerships (PPPs) and other strategic initiatives.
Manage relationships with external legal counsel and coordinate legal support.
Collaborate closely with in-house teams (such as business development, finance, procurement, construction, operations and technical teams), as well as the Legal Department at Ferrovial headquarters.

Juris Doctor (J.D.) required.
Minimum 10 years of legal experience, including significant experience within the renewable energy, energy infrastructure, construction or broader infrastructure sectors.
Strong experience advising on project development, M&A transactions, joint ventures, project finance, tax incentive structures and EPC contracting.
Experience gained in a leading law firm or in-house legal department.
Experience with permitting, interconnection, energy regulation, real estate matters and renewable energy tax incentive structures is considered a strong asset.
Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, multidisciplinary and multicultural environments.
Education and Required Experience
Active membership in good standing with a US State Bar.
Professional Qualities
Strong business and commercial acumen, with accountability and integrity.
Outstanding drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities.

Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, when managing complex matters.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Where Innovation Meets Opportunity
Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people's lives?
At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers.
Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good.
We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide.
Ferrovial's activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.
The Energy business unit is created with the objective of promoting the transition to a more sustainable and clean economy.
We are present in Ferrovial core markets, and our focus is to provide innovative solutions for the development, construction and operation of renewable energy generation, storage and transmission infrastructures.
We also offer energy efficiency solutions for both, public and private clients.
Why Ferrovial?
Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.

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