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Role Summary

Revamp is seeking its first Director of Legal to establish our in-house legal function and lead the company’s compliance and risk strategy.


Reporting directly to the President, this position will oversee all legal matters, including contracts, compliance programs, governance, and litigation. The Director will work closely with Revamp’s executive leadership and functional leads to develop practical, business-oriented legal solutions that support the company’s continued growth.


The Director will also lead the company’s approach to contractual risk, claims, and insurance management, ensuring that Revamp’s legal strategies align with its operational and project-delivery goals.


This is a unique opportunity to build the foundation of a legal department at a growing, employee-owned engineering firm, making a tangible impact on climate resilience and the clean energy transition.


Duties & Responsibilities:

Legal Strategy and Operations

  • Serve as the company’s main legal advisor across commercial, corporate, employment, and regulatory areas
  • Lead negotiation and standardization of contracts, including MSAs, NDAs, and task orders with renewable developers and EPC clients
  • Manage outside counsel and litigation, including claims, disputes, and liability matters
  • Develop and implement internal legal systems, policies, and templates to support company growth
  • Lead claims and insurance matters, including oversight of professional liability and construction-related claims, coordination with insurers and brokers, and management of insurance renewals and coverage reviews.
  • Partner with project and finance teams to assess and allocate contractual risk, ensuring appropriate insurance and indemnity provisions are in place across all client and subcontractor agreements.

Compliance and Risk Management

  • Create and maintain a compliance program covering FCPA, anti-corruption, whistleblower, and related laws
  • Partner with Finance and Operations on insurance, licensing, and risk mitigation strategies
  • Lead policy development related to employment law, safety, and subcontractor compliance

International Expansion

  • Advise on legal and regulatory issues for international entity setup, employment, and tax exposure
  • Work with local counsel and leadership to ensure compliance as Revamp grows internationally

Corporate Governance

  • Support ESOP compliance, board governance, and shareholder communications
  • Maintain corporate records and equity-related documentation

Additional Responsibilities

  • May perform additional related duties as required.


Experience, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Required

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) and licensed to practice in at least one U.S. state
  • 10+ years of legal experience, including at least 3 years in-house at a fast-growing or engineering-focused company
  • Demonstrated experience managing legal risk (including claims, insurance programs, and/or contractual risk) in engineering, construction, infrastructure, or energy sectors
  • Strong background in commercial contracting, litigation oversight, and compliance
  • Practical and business-minded with sound judgment
  • Strong communicator who can translate legal issues into clear guidance for business teams
  • Composed under pressure and focused on problem-solving
  • Collaborative leader who values clarity, accountability, and partnership
  • Comfortable working independently while building scalable systems and partnerships

Preferred

  • Experience with ESOPs, employee ownership, or complex capital structures
  • Experience supporting international operations or cross-border contracting
  • Background in a regulated or project-based industry, such as utilities or energy


Benefits for Full-Time Positions:

  • Participation in Revamp’s Employee Ownership ESOP program
  • Competitive compensation with substantial bonus potential.
  • Full benefits package including 99% employer-paid health, vision, life, and dental insurance.
  • Medical, dependent care, and commuter FSA.
  • Monthly health and wellness stipend.
  • Attractive vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • 401(k) savings plan with 100% match up to 6%, vested immediately.
  • Paid volunteer time off and charitable donation matching.


About Revamp:

Founded in 2016, Revamp is the premier employee-owned engineering design firm dedicated to advancing large-scale renewable energy projects. Our team is united by a shared commitment to accelerating the global energy transition and creating a workplace where talented people can make a tangible impact in the fight against climate change.


As employee-owners, we take pride in building a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability where every individual’s contribution drives both company success and personal growth. Revamp engineers have supported the design of more than 10% of the utility-scale solar generation capacity in the us since 2020, contributing directly to the renewable energy transformation.


So much more than just an engineering firm; we are a diverse, international team of immigrants, singers, dancers, pastry chefs, outdoor enthusiasts, animal lovers, travelers, and problem-solvers who bring curiosity and creativity to everything we do. For more information, visit www.revamp-eng.com


Disclaimers:

1. Employment with Revamp Engineering Inc. may be subject to background checks that are permitted by applicable law and relevant to the position. Any such checks will be conducted in compliance with all legal requirements, including providing notice, obtaining consent where required, and allowing candidates to access and correct personal information as permitted by law.

2. Revamp Engineering Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Revamp Engineering Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us.