Engineering Structures Jobs in Franconia, VA

Senior Recruiter

Pay: $35–$45/hr (temp) | $105,000 salary upon conversion

Type: Contract / Temp-to-Hire

Location: Hybrid, located in Arlington, VA

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and polished Recruiter with a strong track record of tenure and success in full‑cycle talent acquisition. This role requires someone who operates with a strategic mindset, brings a consultative approach, and can independently manage a significant requisition load while partnering closely with senior leadership. As a high‑visibility function, the Recruiter will represent both the hiring team and employer brand with professionalism, urgency, and exceptional communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full‑cycle recruiting across a variety of corporate, technical, and specialized roles — including intake meetings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, candidate management, offer facilitation, and closing.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that tap into diverse talent pools, leveraging LinkedIn Recruiter, industry networks, referrals, and proactive outreach.
• Build and maintain strong consultative relationships with hiring managers, HR partners, and senior leaders to align on role requirements, market insights, strategies, and timelines.
• Own candidate experience from first touch to final conversation, ensuring consistent communication, efficiency, and professionalism.
• Use good judgment to prioritize requisitions, manage expectations, and provide timely updates to stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation within ATS and internal systems.
• Support employer branding and talent pipeline initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of recruiting experience with proven success and strong tenure across corporate, agency, or hybrid environments.
• Demonstrated strength in high‑volume, fast‑paced recruiting, including managing 15–30+ open roles at a time.
• Exceptional communication skills — written, verbal, and interpersonal — with the confidence to advise and influence hiring managers at all levels.
• Experience with modern ATS platforms (Greenhouse, Workday, SuccessFactors, or similar) and sourcing tools.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow‑through.
• Ability to work autonomously while thriving in a collaborative team environment.

Why This Role

• High‑impact recruiting partnership with leadership
• Strong opportunity for long‑term conversion and career growth
• Competitive compensation with a clear path from temp to full‑time hire
• Fast‑paced, dynamic environment where your expertise truly matters

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

The A&P Mechanic – Boeing 737-MAX 8 BBJ is responsible for performing high-level maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on the Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) MAX 8 aircraft. This position supports a VIP/ VVIP aviation environment that requires exceptional technical expertise, meticulous attention to detail, and the highest standards of safety, confidentiality, and professionalism.

The ideal candidate has advanced experience with the 737-MAX platform, knowledge of BBJ-specific systems and modifications, and the ability to maintain both airframe and cabin systems to meet elevated customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Aircraft Maintenance & Repair

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on the 737-MAX 8 BBJ, including A/B checks, cabin systems maintenance, and BBJ-specific modifications.
• Troubleshoot and repair MAX-series systems, including advanced avionics, fly-by-wire spoiler systems, LEAP-1B engines, and modernized electrical architecture.
• Conduct inspections and repairs on high-end interiors, cabin management systems (CMS), entertainment systems, lighting, galley equipment, and VIP-customized installations.
• Execute component replacements, SB/AD compliance, structural repairs, and configuration-controlled cabin changes per BBJ documentation.
• Support AOG recovery and rapid-response troubleshooting in remote or international locations as needed.

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure all maintenance actions comply with FAA regulations, company procedures, and BBJ-specific maintenance programs.
• Accurately document work performed in digital maintenance tracking systems and aircraft logbooks.
• Review and apply Boeing AMM, BBJ CMP, SRM, IPC, WDM, and service bulletins.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance for inspections, major repairs, and return-to-service authorization.

Inspection, Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

• Perform detailed inspections of airframe, powerplant, avionics, and high-touch cabin systems unique to BBJ configuration.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic equipment and built-in test systems (BITE) to identify and resolve MAX 8 discrepancies.
• Conduct borescope inspections on LEAP-1B engines, APU troubleshooting, and avionics system evaluations.

VIP Cabin, Interior & Special Systems Support

• Maintain and repair VIP furnishings, luxury materials, cabinetry, and premium finishes.
• Troubleshoot and support Cabin Management Systems (CMS), satellite communications, Wi-Fi, Blu-ray/AV systems, and aircraft internet hardware.
• Work closely with flight crews and cabin staff to ensure the aircraft meets VVIP standards of comfort and functionality.

Safety, Quality & Operational Excellence

• Uphold the highest levels of safety, confidentiality, and customer service expected in VIP aviation environments.
• Support continuous improvement of maintenance processes, reliability programs, and long-term fleet health monitoring.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and strictly follow OSHA, company, and regulatory safety protocols.
• Coordinate with operations, flight crew, engineering, and supply chain for aircraft readiness and mission reliability.

Required Qualifications

• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
• 3–5+ years of experience maintaining Boeing 737 platforms, ideally the MAX series.
• Strong experience with:
• Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) interior and cabin systems
• LEAP-1B engines and MAX-series avionics
• Digital maintenance platforms (AMOS, TRAX, CMP, or equivalent)
• VIP cabin repairs, CMS systems, and premium interiors
• Ability to read and interpret Boeing technical data, BBJ CMP manuals, engineering drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Capable of working in high-standards VIP or corporate aviation environments.
• Must possess an active Secret (or TS/SCI) security clearance or be eligible to obtain one.

Preferred Qualifications

• Boeing 737-MAX or BBJ GenFam / Maintenance Training Certification.
• Prior experience with VVIP fleet operators, corporate aviation, charter, or government executive transport.
• FCC License, NCATT or avionics endorsements, or AET certifications.
• AOG experience with international travel capability.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity and data sensitivity for VIP aircraft systems.
• This position does not offer relocation assistance; local candidates are preferred.

Core Competencies

• Extreme attention to detail and craftsmanship
• High professionalism and discretion
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic capability
• Excellent communication and teamwork
• Ability to adapt in high-tempo VIP operations
• Customer-service mindset for VVIP standards

The A&P Mechanic – G650 is responsible for performing high-level maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on the G650 aircraft. This position supports a VIP/ VVIP aviation environment that requires exceptional technical expertise, meticulous attention to detail, and the highest standards of safety, confidentiality, and professionalism.

The ideal candidate has advanced experience with the G650 platform, knowledge of G650-specific systems and modifications, and the ability to maintain both airframe and cabin systems to meet elevated customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Aircraft Maintenance & Repair

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on the G650, including A/B checks, cabin systems maintenance, and Gulfstream-specific modifications.
• Conduct inspections and repairs on high-end interiors, cabin management systems (CMS), entertainment systems, lighting, galley equipment, and VIP-customized installations.
• Execute component replacements, SB/AD compliance, structural repairs, and configuration-controlled cabin changes per BBJ documentation.
• Support AOG recovery and rapid-response troubleshooting in remote or international locations as needed.

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure all maintenance actions comply with FAA regulations, company procedures, and Gulfstream-specific maintenance programs.
• Accurately document work performed in digital maintenance tracking systems and aircraft logbooks.
• Review and apply service bulletins.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance for inspections, major repairs, and return-to-service authorization.

Inspection, Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

• Perform detailed inspections of airframe, powerplant, avionics, and high-touch cabin systems unique to G650 configuration.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic equipment and built-in test systems (BITE) to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Conduct borescope inspections on LEAP-1B engines, APU troubleshooting, and avionics system evaluations.

VIP Cabin, Interior & Special Systems Support

• Maintain and repair VIP furnishings, luxury materials, cabinetry, and premium finishes.
• Troubleshoot and support Cabin Management Systems (CMS), satellite communications, Wi-Fi, Blu-ray/AV systems, and aircraft internet hardware.
• Work closely with flight crews and cabin staff to ensure the aircraft meets VVIP standards of comfort and functionality.

Safety, Quality & Operational Excellence

• Uphold the highest levels of safety, confidentiality, and customer service expected in VIP aviation environments.
• Support continuous improvement of maintenance processes, reliability programs, and long-term fleet health monitoring.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and strictly follow OSHA, company, and regulatory safety protocols.
• Coordinate with operations, flight crew, engineering, and supply chain for aircraft readiness and mission reliability.

Required Qualifications

• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
• 3–5+ years of experience maintaining G650 platforms.
• Strong experience with:
• G650 interior and cabin systems
• Digital maintenance platforms (AMOS, TRAX, CMP, or equivalent)
• VIP cabin repairs, CMS systems, and premium interiors
• Ability to read and interpret data, manuals, engineering drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Capable of working in high-standards VIP or corporate aviation environments.
• Must possess an active Secret (or TS/SCI) security clearance or be eligible to obtain one.

Preferred Qualifications

• G650 Maintenance Training Certification.
• Prior experience with VVIP fleet operators, corporate aviation, charter, or government executive transport.
• FCC License, NCATT or avionics endorsements, or AET certifications.
• AOG experience with international travel capability.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity and data sensitivity for VIP aircraft systems.
• This position does not offer relocation assistance; local candidates are preferred.

Core Competencies

• Extreme attention to detail and craftsmanship
• High professionalism and discretion
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic capability
• Excellent communication and teamwork
• Ability to adapt in high-tempo VIP operations
• Customer-service mindset for VVIP standards

Chief Estimator

Location: Washington, D.C. Metro Area (DC / VA / MD)

Client is a leading heavy highway and utility contractor serving the Washington, D.C. metro region, is seeking an experienced Chief Estimator to lead all estimating operations.

This individual will oversee the full estimating lifecycle for complex heavy civil infrastructure projects across Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Maryland. Approximately 80% of revenue is generated within Washington, D.C., with additional work throughout the surrounding beltway region.

The Chief Estimator will manage a team of estimators and serve as the final authority on all bids, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and alignment with company strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating Leadership & Oversight

• Lead and manage a team of approximately five estimators.
• Review, validate, and approve all bids prior to submission.
• Establish estimating standards, procedures, and risk controls.
• Drive strategic bid selection and positioning decisions.

Heavy Civil & Infrastructure Estimating

• Prepare and oversee estimates for projects including:
• Heavy highway construction
• Utilities and deep infrastructure (e.g., 80-foot-deep pipe installation)
• Asphalt and concrete work
• Bridges and structural components
• Emergency response and municipal infrastructure (e.g., sewer breaks, snow removal operations)
• Develop detailed quantity takeoffs, cost analyses, subcontractor pricing strategies, and risk assessments.
• Manage long-cycle bid processes (projects often spend 12+ months in preconstruction).

Design-Build & Complex Procurement

• Lead estimating efforts for both traditional bid-build and design-build projects.
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams during preconstruction phases.
• Participate in proposal development, technical narratives, and value engineering initiatives.

Regional & Regulatory Expertise

• Navigate permitting requirements across DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
• Understand municipal processes, city utilities, and regional compliance standards.
• Maintain relationships with local agencies, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Risk Management & Strategic Planning

• Analyze contract documents and identify cost and schedule risks.
• Ensure all bids are competitive while maintaining margin integrity.
• Participate in executive-level bid reviews and strategic planning discussions.

Qualifications

• 10–20+ years of experience in heavy civil / heavy highway construction estimating.
• Demonstrated experience leading full-cycle bids from initial pursuit through final submission on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong familiarity with the Washington, D.C. metro construction market (DC / VA / MD required).
• Experience with:
• Utilities and deep underground work
• Highway and asphalt projects
• Bridge construction
• Municipal infrastructure
• Proven leadership experience managing and mentoring estimating teams.
• Experience with design-build procurement preferred.
• Deep understanding of public sector bidding processes and regional permitting.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Seasoned heavy civil estimator with strong regional knowledge of the D.C. market.
• Strategic thinker who understands both competitive positioning and operational feasibility.
• Detail-oriented leader who can manage complex, year-long bid cycles.
• Comfortable operating at the executive level while remaining hands-on with estimates.

Overview

We are seeking multiple experienced Acquisition Professionals to support high-visibility DoD/Navy ACAT I programs in the Washington, DC area. These roles will provide direct program management and acquisition support to Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAP), with a strong emphasis on shipbuilding and Navy program execution.

Candidates must have recent experience supporting DoD or Navy acquisition programs and possess working knowledge of DoD Instruction 5000.02.

Open Roles May Include:

• Program Manager (Senior) -Program Manager
• Deputy Program Manager / Task 1 Lead-(Senior) -Program Manager
• Business and Financial Manager Task Lead - Financial Management Analyst (Senior)
• Systems Engineering Task Lead - Systems Engineer (Senior)
• Mission Systems Task Lead - Engineering Technician (Senior)
• Production Task Lead (Senior) - Management Analyst
• Test and Evaluation Task Lead - Engineering Technician (Senior)
• Logistics Task Lead-(Senior) - Logistics Analyst
• Baseline Management Task Lead-(Senior) -Management Analyst
• Post Delivery Task Lead (Senior) - Engineering Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition and program management support to DoD/Navy ACAT I programs
• Apply knowledge of DoD 5000.02 and Defense Acquisition System policies
• Support milestone documentation, ADM preparation, and program reviews
• Develop and review acquisition strategies, schedules, budgets, and risk plans
• Support oversight and execution of recent DoD/Navy contracts
• Coordinate with PEOs, NAVSEA, OPNAV, and other key stakeholders
• Provide executive-level briefings and decision support materials
• Support shipbuilding lifecycle planning and execution

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience supporting a DoD or Navy ACAT I program
• Recent contracts experience within DoD/Navy environment
• Strong knowledge of DoD 5000.02 acquisition framework
• Experience supporting shipbuilding programs (NAVSEA experience preferred)
• Active Secret Clearance
• Located in or near Washington, DC (or able to commute onsite)

Now Hiring: Recruitment Specialist - Building Industry

We're looking for a Recruitment Specialist to join our Workforce Strategy team in Washington, DC. In this role, you'll partner with executives across engineering and architecture firms to help them attract, hire, and retain top talent. You'll oversee and execute high-level strategic searches, advise clients on employee engagement and development practices, and build lasting relationships with career professionals across the AEC industry. This role is ideal for someone who loves connecting people with purpose, understands the nuances of talent in a technical industry, and wants to make a tangible impact on how firms grow and lead their teams.

Why DesignForce?

At DesignForce, we're a hardworking, passionate, and collaborative team united by one mission — to elevate the employee experience in the AEC industry. As a proud Certified B Corporation, we're guided by principles of social responsibility, ethics, and impact. We balance purpose and fun, with a culture that celebrates connection and creativity through happy hours, team bonding events ( sip-and-paint nights, bowling, paintball, escape rooms, axe throwing and more), and biweekly catered lunches. Our biweekly internal trainings reflect our deep commitment to innovation and continuous learning, we're always looking for ways to elevate our people and our work. We bring high energy and fresh ideas to everything we do, working in a flexible hybrid environment out of our vibrant, modern office in Dupont Circle.

Core Responsibilities Include:

• Develop and foster long-term relationships with professionals in the design and building industries, assisting them with their career development.
• Provide personalized career coaching sessions for professionals within the Architecture, Interiors, Engineering, Development and Construction fields.
• Assist with the development and execution of workforce strategy initiatives, including 360-performance reviews, strategic planning, benefits benchmarking, compensation analysis, and employee engagement surveys.
• Partner strategically with organizational leaders and hiring managers to proactively assess talent needs, providing expert guidance to shape workforce planning and ensure alignment with both immediate and long-term business objectives.
• Source talent and continue to build and enhance an active National network through various channels like LinkedIn, social media, and industry networking events.
• Aid in the development and facilitation of high impact learning and development workshops.
• Research and write industry-specific blog articles to promote DesignForce and personal brand.

Preferred Qualifications Include:

• Hold a BA or BS in Communications, Human Resources, Psychology, Architecture, Interior Design, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 1+ professional years of experience in talent acquisition, recruiting, career coaching, design, engineering consulting, or a related field.
• Display exemplary communication capabilities, effectively communicating verbally and through writing.
• Demonstrate strong ownership of your workload by proactively managing client and internal team relationships, independently establishing realistic deadlines, and consistently delivering results that meet or exceed the highest standards of excellence.
• Be able to pivot quickly and adapt to change in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Love food. Seriously. We like to eat. (Specific knowledge about the DC food scene is a plus but not a requirement).

Additional Information - We Take Care of Our People by Providing the Following Benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
• Paid Voting & Wellness Leave
• Annual Professional Development Budget
• Paid Parental Leave
• On-Site Gym Membership
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with Matching
• Quarterly Team Volunteering Outings
• Professional Development Support
• Bi-Weekly Catered Team Lunch

Equal Opportunity Employer

At DesignForce, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate, support, and thrive because of it. DesignForce is a proud equal-opportunity employer. Employment at DesignForce is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. DesignForce does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

Patent Attorney – Intellectual Property (DC)

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an experienced Patent Attorney to join its Intellectual Property Practice Group in Washington, DC. This role also offers flexibility for remote work.

The firm is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply.

This position provides the opportunity to work on sophisticated intellectual property matters within a collaborative team environment while advising innovative clients across a variety of industries.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
• Manage domestic and international patent prosecution matters
• Support patent prosecution activities before foreign patent offices
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on patent protection and portfolio development
• Collaborate with attorneys and technical specialists across the intellectual property practice
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver high-quality legal services

Qualifications

• 8–15 years of patent prosecution experience
• Demonstrated experience drafting patent applications and prosecuting patents before the USPTO
• Experience coordinating with foreign counsel on international patent matters
• USPTO admission required
• Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical field
• At least 3–5 years of law firm experience
• Strong academic credentials, analytical skills, and communication abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced technical degree
• Experience working with medical device technologies

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $150,000 – $210,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, the role may also be eligible for performance-based or discretionary compensation, depending on a variety of factors including performance, experience, and location.

What the Firm Offers

• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated intellectual property matters
• Flexibility for remote work
• Competitive compensation and benefits

Position Overview

A newly created position due to growth, the Director, Legal Operations will be primarily responsible for collaboratively providing legal support services with the AVP of Legal Services and Chief Legal Officer, working with C-Suite Executives. Key areas of focus will be mergers & acquisitions, business contracts, personnel matters and general operations support. This role will work cross-functionally with the holding company, member companies, and external counsel, to provide ongoing legal services and is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in helping to build a rapidly growing post-IPO company.

As a Director, you will:

• Support all phases of mergers and acquisitions; deal structuring, NDAs, due diligence, closing and post-closing processes.
• Manage transaction and due diligence documentation; utilize data rooms and coordinate due diligence requests and responses.
• Support post-closing legal integration processes; update entity governance, contracts, and regulatory filings.
• Support outside counsel engagement on international M&A due diligence and transactions.
• Support day-to-day administration of the company's credit facilities; track covenants, coordinate required reporting, support lender communications, and document amendments, consents, and M&A related financing impacts.
• Support personnel matters across the full employment lifecycle; prepare or review legal documentation and provide support for onboarding, separations, contractor engagements, and management of restrictive covenants and confidentiality obligations.
• Opportunity to support the legal department across various disciplines including client contracts (new clients, renewals, amendments, terminations, RFPs), vendor contracts, operational compliance, asset management, and dispute resolution.
• Perform other duties as necessary to achieve departmental goals.

To be successful, you will need:

• 5-7+ years of paralegal experience in a law firm or in-house legal department
• Demonstrates strong learning agility; committed to continuous learning and professional growth
• Comfortable with hands-on environment; willing and excited to take ownership of both strategic and day-to-day tasks that support company growth
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, specifically Excel; ability to learn and adapt to new software
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Proven ability to operate with integrity and ethics, and maintain highest standards of confidentiality
• Willingness and ability to meet and exceed established deadlines
• Dependability and reliability
• Be able to adjust to flexible work schedules
• A "Can – Do" Attitude
• We prefer that you have:
• Demonstrated success supporting M&A transactions across the full lifecycle
• Experience supporting personnel matters across the employment lifecycle
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Microsoft Excel

What We Offer:

• Generous PTO policy of 21 days per year for all full-time employees
• Competitive yearly bonus structure based on performance
• 401K plan with traditional and Roth options
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for employees and families with opportunity to enroll in HSA
• Opportunities to enroll in Flexible Spending accounts and Commuting accounts
• Company paid basic life insurance of $50,000, long term disability, and short term disability coverage
• Company paid access to a wide range of health and well-being resources and services including telephonic counseling, legal advice, and other services

Additional Information

While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle, feel, or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Public Policy Holding Company (PPHC) is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. PPHC does not discriminate based on disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.