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Posted July 24, 2020

General Counsel

RK
Denver, CO Full Time

RK is a multifaceted, industry-leading, specialty contractor headquartered in Denver, CO, with decades of experience working in the construction,...

RK is a multifaceted, industry-leading, specialty contractor headquartered in Denver, CO, with decades of experience working in the construction, manufacturing and building services industries. As a second-generation family-owned enterprise, RK prides itself on developing strong relationships with customers, as true project partners, throughout the Mountain West region. RK brings creativity, performance and optimism to every project.

Local Awards:

Denver Business Journal

#1 Denver-Area Mechanical Contractor 2014- Present

#6 Denver-Area Corporate Foundation

#6 Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Company: X-Large

#7 Denver Area Manufacturing Firm

#19 Denver Area Private Employer

ColoradoBiz Magazine

#10 Top 200 Private Companies List

National Awards:

Engineering News Record

2019 Colorado Project of the Year Winner- Gaylord Rockies

Top 30 and highest ranked Mechanical Firm in Colorado on ENRs Top 50 Firms in Mechanical

#3 Top 20 Firms in Sheet Metal

#70 ENRs “The Top 600 Specialty Contractors”

Associated Builders and Contractors

#16 Top 200 Performers

#2 Top 20 Plumbing/HVAC Contractors

#5 Top 30 Electrical Contractors

The peRKs:

RK Contributions

Three medical plans with HSA and FSA options for you and your family

401(k) plan with company match that is 100% immediately vested

Dental and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability plans available after one year

Company provided life insurance and AD&D with options for supplemental buy-ups.

Paid time off and holidays

Weekly pay

In-house Programs

Career development training for all levels through RK University

Wellness coaching offering exercise planning, gym discounts, health screenings, program incentives up to $2,100 a year, and more

Discounts on HVAC and plumbing services for your home

Fun company and team building events, and volunteering opportunities

Partnership Programs

Confidential counseling for personal issues, financial advice and more

Discounts on entertainment including amusement park tickets, restaurant specials and more

What you’ll be working on:

Work with accounting to track accounts receivable and file timely lien documents when required.

Defend or pursue construction claims and/or disputes.

Consult with senior management and Human Resources on employment law and issues.

Manage subcontractor compliance.

Manage outside counsel in the pursuit or defense of various legal issues.

Negotiation with outside counsel on Company spend.

Provide legal counsel on issues arising from actual or anticipated lawsuits

Anticipate and guard against legal risks facing the company.

Develop and recommend company policy and position on legal issues.

Conduct and coordinate research into a variety of legal issues.

Represent the Company or its officials in various legal proceedings.

Prepare legal documents including: contracts, pleadings, motions, discovery responses, stipulations, etc.

What is expected of a General Counsel:

Company Leader.

Responsible for one or more programs/functions of such diversity and scope to be of critical importance to overall company objectives.

Negotiates critical and controversial issues with top-level employees and officers.

Plays a role in company business strategy development and execution.

Makes authoritative decisions and recommendations having significant impact on extensive and related activities of the company.

Demonstrates a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing and guiding extensive programs and activities of importance.

Manages autonomous individuals, managers and diverse groups giving broader direction.

Bachelor's Degree and Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and a minimum of seven years of construction law experience.

Requires membership in the State Bar as an attorney qualified to practice law in the State of Colorado.

Substantial specialized legal knowledge in the field of construction, contract, employment, and corporate law

How you make Safety your top priority:

Always represent the Company in a professional manner.

Comply with all company policies and procedures.

All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor so that the hazard may be corrected.

RK employees and subcontractors are required to implement and maintain all safety and health systems practices including the training requirements of RK Orientation, site specific orientation, CPR/First Aid/AED/Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Identification and Reporting, and OSHA 30.

RK Mechanical, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law

This listing expired on Sep 23. Applications are no longer accepted.

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