Assistant General Counsel, Regulatory Affairs

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide. Job Description Summary: The Assistant General Counsel will report directly to the Deputy Chief Legal Officer and play a key role in supporting the Company's EPC and other business development, commercial and procurement contracting, regulatory compliance, risk management, and day-to-day business operations. This position will serve as a trusted legal advisor to cross-functional business teams, including executive leadership, helping drive business objectives while proactively managing legal and commercial risk. The ideal candidate will possess a strong combination of construction, corporate and renewable energy experience, with the ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. This role is based full-time in our office in San Diego, CA. Serve as a trusted legal advisor to business teams, including executive leadership, on commercial, operational and regulatory matters. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including business leaders, executives, developers, contractors, and outside counsel. Evaluate legal and business issues holistically, balancing risk mitigation with commercial objectives. Monitor and advise on legal, regulatory, legislative, and industry developments impacting the renewable energy, infrastructure, and construction sectors. Partner with business development, finance, and executive teams on a broad range of project and commercial transactions. Identify legal and business risks associated with new market opportunities and develop practical mitigation strategies. Assist in developing and enhancing legal processes, policies, and governance structures that support organizational growth and scalability. Commercial Contracting Lead and support the drafting, review, negotiation, and administration of a broad range of complex commercial agreements, including: Equipment purchase agreements Operations and Maintenance (O&M) agreements Commercial customer contracts Risk Management, Compliance and Governance Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining corporate compliance, governance, and risk management programs. Advise business leaders on regulatory requirements affecting renewable energy development, construction operations, labor matters, and commercial activities. Conduct legal risk assessments and recommend practical solutions to minimize exposure while supporting business objectives. Claims, Disputes and Legal Operations Support the management of construction, commercial, and project-related claims and disputes. Assist with the coordination of outside counsel regarding litigation, arbitration, mediation, and other dispute resolution matters. Assist in overseeing outside counsel performance, legal budgets, accruals, and matter management. 8-12+ years of legal experience, including significant experience at a nationally recognized law firm and/or sophisticated in-house legal department. ~ Demonstrated experience in renewable energy, construction, infrastructure, project development, or related industries. ~ Strong experience negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements and construction-related contracts. ~ Proven ability to provide practical, solutions-oriented legal guidance. ~ Demonstrated ability to identify legal risks proactively and develop commercially reasonable solutions. ~ Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We design, build and maintain utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation facilities across the United States. Our teams support projects from early engineering through long term operations and maintenance, giving employees opportunities to contribute across the full energy lifecycle. Our mission centers on strengthening communities and advancing the energy workforce. We focus on delivering projects that support long term economic growth and create pathways for skilled careers across the country. That commitment guides how we work with customers and how we support one another, rooted in our core values of Safety, Quality, Innovation and Teamwork. Whether you work in the field or in an office role, you’ll find space to develop your skills, explore new directions and build a career that makes an impact. No matter where you begin, you join a capable team driving energy forward and helping build the foundation for the next generation of power in the U.