Senior Corporate Counsel - Construction

CleanSpark, Inc.

Job Overview

Location

Atlanta, Georgia

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• Provide comprehensive legal counsel to CleanSpark’s construction and infrastructure development teams across the United States, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing construction, land use, and energy infrastructure.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of construction-related contracts including EPC agreements, construction management contracts, subcontractor agreements, material supply contracts, and site access agreements.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks associated with project development, permitting, environmental compliance, and third-party vendor relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, finance teams, and external counsel to align legal strategy with business objectives and ensure timely execution of capital projects.
• Lead the resolution of construction disputes, including claims, delays, liens, and contract breaches, through negotiation, mediation, or litigation as necessary.
• Advise on regulatory compliance matters related to energy infrastructure, including interconnection agreements with utilities, grid access rights, and federal energy policy frameworks.
• Support due diligence activities for new land acquisitions and development opportunities, reviewing title reports, zoning ordinances, easements, and environmental assessments.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving construction law, public procurement rules, and industry standards to provide proactive legal guidance on emerging risks and opportunities.
• Prepare and deliver legal training sessions to construction and operations teams on contract obligations, risk management protocols, and compliance requirements.
• Manage external legal counsel and outside vendors, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality legal support for construction projects.
• Document and maintain accurate legal records for all construction contracts, correspondence, and dispute resolutions in alignment with corporate governance standards.
• Serve as the primary legal point of contact for construction-related matters, acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on legal implications of project decisions.
• Coordinate with the corporate legal team on corporate governance, securities compliance, and disclosure obligations related to construction project financing and public reporting.
• Support the scaling of CleanSpark’s national construction portfolio by standardizing contract templates, legal workflows, and risk mitigation frameworks across regions.
• Participate in project kickoffs, design reviews, and construction milestone meetings to embed legal considerations into operational planning from the outset.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with CleanSpark’s corporate values of operational excellence and capital stewardship through rigorous legal oversight.

🎯 Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active membership in good standing with a state bar association
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in construction law, infrastructure development, or EPC contract negotiation
• Proven track record of drafting and negotiating complex construction contracts in the energy or industrial infrastructure sector
• Deep understanding of federal and state construction regulations, permitting processes, and public works laws
• Experience managing construction disputes, claims, and litigation in high-stakes infrastructure projects
• Strong ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, finance, and operations teams in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off and holiday schedule
• Professional development allowance for continuing legal education
• Remote work flexibility within the United States

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About CleanSpark, Inc.

CleanSpark, Inc. is a Nevada-based energy technology company that designs and deploys microgrids and distributed energy systems. It offers software for energy modeling, controls, and monitoring, alongside turnkey microgrid engineering, construction, and financing services. The company also operates data centers focused on bitcoin mining, leveraging low-carbon power sources to improve grid stability and monetize excess renewable generation. Clients include utilities, municipalities, military installations, and commercial enterprises seeking resilient, sustainable power solutions.

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