Construction Disputes Senior Associate — Path to Partner

Gorilla Jobs; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs is representing a Senior Associate – Construction Disputes (Future Partner Track) in Brisbane. The role offers a clear pathway to Special Counsel and beyond, with partner-led mentoring on marquee infrastructure disputes and formal learning alongside real autonomy as you step up.

You will handle large-scale construction disputes, from delay and variations to security of payment strategy, while mentoring junior lawyers and expanding your technical depth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ PAE in construction litigation / disputes (back-end emphasis).
• Strong drafting skills and confidence producing clear, commercial advice.
• Solid understanding of construction contract frameworks and dispute processes.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure.
• Collaborative approach and an interest in mentoring junior lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale construction and engineering disputes (nationally and in QLD).
• Provide advisory support to minimise project risk and prevent disputes.
• Develop client relationships and take ownership of matters.
• Lead workstreams, supervise juniors and contribute to court/ADR preparation.

Skills

Back-end construction disputes

Drafting

Prioritization under pressure

Mentoring juniors

Job description

Gorilla Jobs is representing a Senior Associate – Construction Disputes (Future Partner Track) in Brisbane. The role offers a clear pathway to Special Counsel and beyond, with partner-led mentoring on marquee infrastructure disputes and formal learning alongside real autonomy as you step up.

You will handle large-scale construction disputes, from delay and variations to security of payment strategy, while mentoring junior lawyers and expanding your technical depth.