Construction Attorney

About the Company General Matter is enriching uranium in America. Our goal is to design, build, and operate the world’s lowest-cost enrichment services in the United States. Our mission is to restore America’s ability to produce nuclear fuel—fuel that will power AI, advanced manufacturing, critical industries, and the next generation of nuclear reactors. Ultimately, our work will help power national ambitions and enable a high-energy society. We were incubated by Founders Fund, like Anduril and Palantir before us, and are backed by top-tier investors. Our lean, world-class team of engineers and operators is applying a first-principles approach to solving the problem of nuclear fuel production. We are a mission-driven company with a culture of urgency, accountability, and transparency. Help us build a high-energy society by making the cleanest, safest form of baseload energy the most affordable. Construction Attorney The company expects to undertake significant construction activities in multiple states over the course of the next decade. Mitigating the risks associated with these projects is critical to the company’s long-term success. As the main in-house construction attorney, you will be responsible for minimizing these risks in a fast-paced and changeable environment. Your portfolio will be diverse and include significant interaction with business leadership and managers at construction sites. The role will involve substantial responsibility, a high degree of autonomy, and a mandate to build systems that streamline risk management. You will also be expected to assist with other legal needs as appropriate, including lease arrangements and commercial contracts. This role may be structured as a deputy or associate position depending on candidate experience. Responsibilities In this role, you will have a wide range of responsibilities, including: Managing construction legal risk across the organization. Advising on construction contract negotiations, implementation, and compliance. Overseeing construction dispute resolution, including litigation. Coordinating cross-functionally to facilitate ambitious construction timelines. Drafting and advising on leases and commercial contracts. Assisting the General Counsel with other legal issues as needs arise. Basic Qualifications J.D. degree. 5+ years of legal experience (including clerkships). Substantial experience in construction law. Additional Requirements Willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed. This position is based in Los Angeles, CA and requires being onsite full-time – hybrid and remote work will not be considered. Equal Opportunity Employer General Matter is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with General Matter is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Compensation and Benefits The base salary range for this role is $150,000–$230,000 annually. Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, and internal equity. Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and may be adjusted based on market conditions, business needs, or other factors. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

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