Construction Transactional Attorney

Pay: $150,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work on sophisticated construction and real estate development projects that shape the built environment.
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule with a team that values independence, collaboration, and work-life balance.
• Gain meaningful responsibility and work directly with experienced attorneys on complex transactions.
• Receive a competitive compensation package, discretionary annual bonus, comprehensive benefits, and 3 weeks of paid time off.
• Grow your career in a specialized legal practice with opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Location

New York, NY (Manhattan) | Hybrid Enjoy the flexibility of a largely remote team while staying connected through meaningful in-person collaboration. New hires initially work from our Manhattan office at least 3 days per week, with greater flexibility over time. Candidates must reside in the Greater NYC metropolitan area.

Note

Candidates must be admitted to the New York State Bar and have 4+ years of relevant construction transactional law and/or construction loan review experience. This opportunity focuses on transactional work, not litigation.

About Us

Confidential Employer

We are an established boutique law firm focused on construction law, real estate development, and related commercial transactions. Our team advises clients on complex projects and takes pride in providing thoughtful, practical legal solutions. We offer an engaging, collaborative environment where attorneys can make a meaningful impact and build rewarding careers.

Job Description

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex construction contracts and transactional agreements.
• Work with sophisticated design professional agreements, consultant agreements, and construction-related documentation.
• Advise clients on contractual risks, obligations, and strategies for successful project execution.
• Review construction loan documents and assist with real estate financing matters.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys on large-scale construction and development transactions.
• Provide practical guidance on related contractual, insurance, bonding, and property matters when applicable.
• Take ownership of meaningful assignments while contributing to a supportive legal team.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to the New York State Bar.
• 4+ years of experience in construction transactional law and/or construction-related loan reviews.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, or negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage assignments independently and collaborate effectively.
• Construction finance, real estate development, insurance, or bonding experience is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe great legal work happens when talented attorneys have the trust, flexibility, and support to do their best work. You'll have the opportunity to tackle sophisticated transactions, work alongside knowledgeable colleagues, and develop your expertise in a practice where your contributions matter.

JPC - 2623

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: NY Bar License, 4+ years of construction transactional law or loan review exp

• Required Years as Associate: 4+ 
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role): 
• 4–5 years: $150K–$185K 
• 6–8 years: $185K–$225K
• 9+ years: $225K–$250K. Recruiter-recommended bands within client range.

Submission Email: Todd, Evan -

THerbst@gthw.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

Established NYC boutique construction law firm seeking a transactional attorney for complex construction contracts, development agreements, and construction loan reviews. NY Bar and 4+ years relevant experience for screening. Hybrid Manhattan role, $150K–$250K plus discretionary bonus.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Associate Attorney - Greenberg, Trager, Herbst & Wagowski, LLP - JPC- 2623 - source

New Job Order Alert

• Client job title: Associate Attorney
• Location: New York, NY (Manhattan)
• On-site, hybrid, remote: Hybrid (3 days/week initially)
• Experience: 4
• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Construction Transactional Attorney, Construction Law Associate, Construction Contracts Attorney, Construction Finance Attorney, Construction Loan Review

• of hires needed: 1