Lawyer / Associate – Construction (3+ years PQE)
Core
Associate lawyer handling construction law matters across the full project lifecycle, including contract drafting, claims, and dispute resolution for clients in NSW and other Australian states.
Role type
Associate construction lawyer
Builds
Construction legal advice and documentation for head contractors, subcontractors, developers, and owners
Domain
Construction Law, Australian Legal Services
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Construction contract drafting and negotiation, Claims and dispute resolution, Security of payment legislation, Legal research and drafting, Commercial judgement, Interstate legal practice
Preferred skills
Experience in small or developing teams, Client relationship management
Technologies
Australian Standard forms, Bespoke contract forms
Responsibilities
Take carriage of own construction matters from instructions to completion, Draft and negotiate construction contracts and project documents, Advise on contract administration including variations and delays, Act in security of payment matters, Assist with construction claims and disputes via negotiation or litigation, Advise on construction issues in property and finance transactions, Mentor paralegals and junior lawyers
Seniority
Associate, 3+ years PQE