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# Senior Counsel, Commercial & Construction at NineDot Energy

- **Company:** NineDot Energy
- **Location:** Brooklyn, NY
- **Posted:** 2026-09-25
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-03
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/ninedotholdingsinc/jobs/4738167005

## Job description

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Salary Range: $210,000 - $230,000 plus bonus

Location: Brooklyn, NY (Hybrid)

About The Company:

NineDot's name derives from the[classic mathematical puzzle](https://www.artofplay.com/blogs/articles/history-of-the-nine-dot-problem) for sparking out-of-the-box solutions. As a leading community-scale, clean energy developer with a growing portfolio of projects across a range of technologies, NineDot Energy is creating innovative energy solutions that support a more resilient electric grid, deliver economic savings, address environmental justice and reduce carbon emissions. This is all in support of New York State’s mission to achieve 100% clean energy by 2040.

With the backing of Manulife Investment Management and The Carlyle Group - two of the world’s leading infrastructure investors - NineDot is continuing to expand its core battery energy storage pipeline, deliver enhanced products and services, explore new regions and consider potential acquisitions all to advance the decarbonization of New York’s grid. This is an exciting opportunity to build a platform from the ground-up with a world-class team of developers and innovators. NineDot is committed to building a company that exemplifies diversity, equity and inclusion values in its team culture, as well as business practices and community engagement.

Job Summary

Our Legal team is looking to hire a highly skilled and experienced Senior Counsel, Commercial & Construction to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a key role in negotiating, drafting, and managing a broad range of commercial and construction contracts and vendor agreements. This role will primarily focus on agreements with construction general contractors, subcontractors, equipment suppliers, professional service providers, and other vendors, and will require expertise in commercial contracting, mitigating risks and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Depending on business needs, providing support in other areas such as clean energy certificate subscriber agreements, entity formation, M&A, and real estate agreements may be expected. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of a company dedicated to sustainable energy solutions.

Responsibilities:

- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, construction agreements, procurement agreements, vendor agreements, and other legal documents related to construction and energy projects.
- Collaborate with Project Development teams developing new offerings and revenue strategies (e.g. electric vehicle charging programs) to structure contracts and incentives.
- Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks, contract interpretation, ongoing relationship and contracts management, and dispute resolution strategies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and advisors, including construction, engineering, supply chain, project finance, insurance, EHS and compliance, to align contractual terms with business objectives, risk management and operational needs.
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including environmental and labor regulations.
- Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to streamline contract management processes.
- Manage relationships with external counsel as needed for specialized legal matters.
- Stay updated on industry trends and emerging legal issues impacting the renewable energy sector.
- Support litigation matters, including those related to commercial contracts and other areas
- Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies:

- Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Drives Results - Constantly achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
- Interpersonal Savvy - Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.
- Cultivates Innovation - Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
- Financial Acumen - Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions.
- Strategic Mindset - Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.
- Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

- Law degree from an accredited law school; Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with eligibility and willingness to become admitted to practice in New York.
- 7+ years of substantial relevant experience within a law firm, growing startup and/or in-house legal department including the support of commercial operations, construction relationships, supply chain agreements, project development, project operations, and commercial operations teams.
- Experience working specifically on renewable energy, community-scale energy and/or energy storage projects preferred but not required.
- Strong track record of reviewing, revising, drafting and negotiating contracts, including NDAs, EPC/design-bid-build commercial contracts, consulting agreements, development agreements, supply agreements, and power purchase or energy services agreements.
- Collaborative, curious, and a strong communicator of legal advice.
- Hardworking, responsive and adaptable to what the situation dictates, including possessing the diligence to advance matters independently, combined with the strong interpersonal skills to work effectively in a diverse team.
- Experience managing and documenting complex transactions.
- The ability to identify and implement practical solutions to complex business and legal problems.
- Prior litigation experience preferred.

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

At NineDot Energy, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation and are the foundation of our success. As such, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender expression, gender identity, age, or any other status of an individual or that individual’s associates or relatives that is protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you're passionate about this role but don’t meet every qualification listed, we still encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or other opportunities with us. We’re committed to building a team that reflects a broad range of experiences, backgrounds, and skills.

NineDot Employee benefits include but are not limited to:

- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- 5% employer match on your 401k retirement account
- 20 paid vacation days off, plus 7 sick days, 9 federal holidays and 3 personal floating holidays
- 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for both the primary and secondary care giver within the first year of birth or adoption
- Wellness initiatives including a $1,000 stipend
- 16 volunteer hours plus two planned company-wide volunteer outings per year

## About NineDot Energy

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: NineDot Energy develops and operates community-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) to make the New York City metro area’s power grid cleaner, more resilient, and more equitable.
- **Entity Type**: Private (backed by institutional investors; total capital raised >$500M)
- **Headquarters**: Brooklyn, New York, USA
- **Founded**: 2015
- **Founders**: David Arfin, Adam Cohen, Nalin Kulatilaka

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Clean energy – battery energy storage (BESS)
- **Target customers**: B2B / grid-level – utilities (Con Edison), municipalities, commercial/industrial subscribers (e.g., Starbucks as anchor subscriber), and local communities
- **Mission statement**: “To design and execute innovative solutions that leverage technology, policy, and markets to support a sustainable future.”  
  **Vision**: Aspire to have a positive impact on the environment and society, supporting New York State’s goal of 100% clean energy by 2040.

## Products & Services
- **Community-Scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)**: Grid-connected lithium-ion battery installations (often using Tesla Megapack) that store energy when abundant and dispatch it during peak demand, reducing reliance on fossil-fuel peaker plants. NineDot handles development, financing, construction, and long-term operation of these sites. Current portfolio includes 7 operating projects (26 MW) and 60+ projects in development or construction, targeting 400 MW by end of 2026.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Total capital raised exceeds $500 million, including a $431 million financing with Natixis (Feb 2026), a $225 million equity commitment from Manulife and Carlyle, and earlier debt facilities from NY Green Bank, CIT, SMBC, and SolaREIT.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: The Carlyle Group, Manulife Investment Management, Natixis, NY Green Bank (NYSERDA), CIT, SMBC, SolaREIT. Key grid partner: Con Edison.
- **Growth Signals**: On track to meet/exceed 400 MW goal by end of 2026; 80+ employees and growing; named #5 on Crain’s New York Business 2023 Best Places to Work; first Tesla Megapack site in New York; multiple sites live in Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Largest & most experienced community-scale BESS developer in NYC metro area** – deep local expertise with approvals from Con Edison, FDNY, and NYC Department of Buildings.
- **“Outside-the-box” innovation culture** – co-founders bring backgrounds from SolarCity (solar leasing), U.S. Department of Energy, and academic research, enabling creative solutions for urban energy challenges.
- **Vertically integrated** – handles everything from site selection and community engagement to financing, construction, and operations.
- **Strong financial backing** from blue-chip institutional investors provides capital for rapid scaling.

## Strategic Focus
- **Scale pipeline**: Continue developing and constructing 400+ MW of community-scale battery storage across NYC, Westchester, and Long Island.
- **Grid resilience & equity**: Deploy storage in underserved communities to reduce pollution from fossil-fuel peaker plants and improve grid reliability.
- **Innovation**: Explore vehicle-to-grid (V2G) pilots and other distributed energy solutions.
- **Support New York’s clean energy mandate**: Align with state goal of 100% clean electricity by 2040.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Values-driven (Excellence, Grit, Innovation, Learning, Respect, You). Inclusive environment recognized by NY-BEST Inclusive Energy Storage Workforce Award. Collaborative, “outside-the-box” thinking.
- **Hybrid work**: Flexible combination of remote and office work (Brooklyn HQ).
- **Benefits**: 20 paid vacation days + 3 floating holidays; 12 weeks 100% paid parental leave; comprehensive health insurance; 5% 401k company match; company-sponsored outings and team events.
- **Growth**: Opportunity to work on meaningful climate impact projects in a rapidly scaling company. Transparent hiring process with meetings across talent team, manager, peers, and leadership.
- **Recognition**: #5 on Crain’s 2023 Best Places to Work in NYC.

## Sources
1. [nine.energy](https://nine.energy/) – Company homepage
2. [nine.energy/about](https://nine.energy/about) – About page (history, mission, co-founders)
3. [nine.energy/about/work-with-us](https://nine.energy/about/work-with-us) – Careers page (benefits, culture, values)
4. [nine.energy/wp-content/uploads/NineDot-Energy-Overview-2026.pdf](https://nine.energy/wp-content/uploads/NineDot-Energy-Overview-2026.pdf) – Company overview PDF (pipeline, metrics)
5. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/ninedotholdingsinc](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/ninedotholdingsinc) – Active job listings

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