Construction Disputes Counsel – Arbitration & Major Projects

Montgomery Advisory; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery Advisory is seeking a driven lawyer to join its Construction & Infrastructure team in Melbourne. You will work on complex disputes, including Supreme Court litigation, arbitration and ADR, across national and international projects.

You will focus on dispute management, contract interpretation, risk and claims, collaborating with frontend, projects and real estate teams. A fast-paced, supportive environment offers genuine career development for 2–4 years' PAE in construction disputes.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years' PAE in construction disputes or as a commercial litigator transitioning to construction disputes.
• Experience across litigation, arbitration or adjudication matters is preferred.
• Strong drafting and technical skills essential for complex disputes.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Handle Supreme Court litigation, arbitration and ADR for construction matters.
• Manage dispute processes across major project cycles and contracts.
• Interpret contracts, assess risk and manage claims.
• Collaborate with front-end, projects and real estate teams on complex issues.

Skills

Construction disputes

Arbitration & ADR

Drafting skills

Client relationship skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Montgomery Advisory is seeking a driven lawyer to join its Construction & Infrastructure team in Melbourne. You will work on complex disputes, including Supreme Court litigation, arbitration and ADR, across national and international projects.

You will focus on dispute management, contract interpretation, risk and claims, collaborating with frontend, projects and real estate teams. A fast-paced, supportive environment offers genuine career development for 2–4 years' PAE in construction disputes.