Job Description

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are seeking a highly skilled and bilingual

Engineering Contracts Manager & Paralegal

to support our legal and engineering teams across multiple jurisdictions, with a focus on Spanish-speaking regions. This hybrid role combines contract management, legal support, and regulatory compliance, acting as a key liaison between internal teams, external counsel, and clients.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specialising in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbours, and rivers. Reflecting Moffatt & Nichol's commitment to design innovation since 1945,

Engineering News-Record (ENR) has ranked the company No. 1 in Marine and Port Facilities and among the Top 50 Designers in International Markets.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists, and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, the Americas, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customised service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in three primary practise areas--coastal, environmental, and water resources; ports and harbours; and transportation, bridges, and rail.

Duties and responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Contracts & Legal Document Management

Draft, review, proof, and edit contracts, licenses, NDAs, and other legal documents in both English and Spanish. Assemble and prepare legal documentation for execution and filing with appropriate authorities. Translate and analyze Spanish-language contracts and legal documents for English-speaking stakeholders. Provide day-to-day legal support to internal project teams, particularly in our Spanish entity, and assist other company entities as needed. Support company lawyers in managing contract lifecycles, including negotiation, execution, and compliance tracking.

Legal Liaison & Support

Act as a liaison between company lawyers, external counsel, and clients to ensure clear communication and timely resolution of legal matters. Provide legal and administrative support for public procurement processes in Spanish jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with local regulations. Conduct legal research and compile data from trusted legal resources to support corporate lawyers and internal decision-making. Assist in analyzing legal documents and identifying potential risks or compliance issues.

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

Research and monitor relevant legal and regulatory developments in Spanish-speaking regions. Ensure company compliance with applicable laws, including Spanish public procurement regulations. Maintain accurate records of legal and contractual obligations and support internal audits or reviews

Other duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Law, Engineering, Business, or a related field. 5 + years of experience in contract management, paralegal work, or legal operations, preferably in an engineering or construction environment. Fluent in

Spanish and English

(written and spoken), with strong translation and interpretation skills. Solid understanding of contract law, public procurement, and regulatory compliance. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal/contract management tools (e.g., DocuSign, Ironclad, CLM platforms).

Desirable

Paralegal certification or legal studies qualification. Experience working with Spanish public sector contracts or international engineering projects. Familiarity with engineering project delivery models (e.g., EPC, Design & Construct).


All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171

Working conditions:

Sedentary for prolonged period of time, interact with clients, and travel occasionally.


Hybrid or remote working arrangement

Moffatt & Nichol's EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities. We draw from the world's best and brightest, regardless of geographic, cultural, or institutional background. This approach enables us to better understand and serve our clients, foster innovation, and create a rich, collaborative work environment. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

If you need more information or require special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, please contact Human Resources at (562) 590-6500 or TTY/TDD users please call 711.