Construction & Infrastructure Lawyer - Front-End Projects

McCullough Robertson; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

McCullough Robertson's Construction and Infrastructure group guides clients through the project lifecycle with practical, commercially focused advice on major developments across Australia.

You will draft and negotiate front-end construction and procurement contracts, and advise on contract administration and project delivery issues for a diverse range of projects including mining, energy infrastructure, utilities and transport.

Qualifications

• Two years' post-admission experience through to Senior Associate with front-end construction and infrastructure experience.
• Strong technical drafting and negotiation skills.
• Commercial mindset and genuine interest in construction and infrastructure.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive approach and ownership of work; senior candidates may supervise juniors and contribute to client development.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate construction and procurement contracts for diverse projects.
• Advise on contract administration and project delivery issues across the lifecycle.
• Provide strategic, commercially focused advice to developers, contractors and major participants.

Skills

Drafting skills

Negotiation

Commercial mindset

Client relationships

Stakeholder management

Ownership

Leadership

Job description

McCullough Robertson's Construction and Infrastructure group guides clients through the project lifecycle with practical, commercially focused advice on major developments across Australia.

You will draft and negotiate front-end construction and procurement contracts, and advise on contract administration and project delivery issues for a diverse range of projects including mining, energy infrastructure, utilities and transport.