Construction lawyer

Elias Recruitment; Sydney; Vor Ort; AUD 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Elias Recruitment in Sydney seeks a Construction Lawyer to advise on infrastructure projects, draft and review contracts, and manage disputes across standard and bespoke agreements.

The successful candidate will handle risk assessments, provide pragmatic legal guidance, liaise with external counsel, and work with multidisciplinary teams to support project lifecycles from start to finish.

Qualifikationen

• Eligibility to practice law in Australia with current practicing certificate.
• Several years of post-qualification experience in construction or infrastructure law.
• Strong expertise in construction law across contracts, disputes, and project documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to explain issues clearly.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and build client relationships.
• Experience with front-end project work or back-end litigation is highly regarded.

Aufgaben

• Draft, negotiate, and review contracts for construction and infrastructure projects.
• Provide pragmatic legal guidance on construction disputes and risk management.
• Manage files independently with accurate documentation and timely updates.
• Liaise with external counsel or experts when required.

Kenntnisse

Construction law expertise

Contracts and disputes

Project documentation

Communication skills

Client relationship building

Jobbeschreibung

Company Description

Elias Recruitment is a specialist, award-winning recruitment agency focused on the legal profession across Australia and New Zealand. Established in 2000, the team—many of whom are legally qualified—partners with law firms of all sizes, corporations, government agencies, and not-for-profit organizations to source high-caliber legal talent. The agency also operates a dedicated legal professional support division, meeting demand for skilled legal secretaries, paralegals, clerks, finance, IT, and administration professionals. As a member of the global NPAworldwide network, Elias Recruitment assists international employers in securing outstanding legal professionals. The firm has been recognized with multiple industry awards and finalist nominations, reflecting its strong reputation and commitment to quality service in legal recruitment.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Construction Lawyer role based in Sydney, NSW. The Construction Lawyer will advise clients on construction and infrastructure projects, including contract drafting, negotiation, and review for a range of standard form and bespoke agreements. Day-to-day responsibilities may include managing construction disputes, handling claims and variations, preparing legal opinions, and conducting risk assessments across project lifecycles. The role typically involves collaborating with project teams and stakeholders, liaising with external counsel or experts when required, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and industry standards. The successful candidate will be expected to manage files independently, maintain accurate documentation, and provide clear, pragmatic legal guidance to clients in the construction sector.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in construction law, including experience with contracts, disputes, and project documentation.
• Proficiency in legal research, drafting, negotiation, and advisory work across complex commercial matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain legal issues in clear, practical terms.
• Sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines effectively.
• Eligibility to practice law in Australia, with a current practicing certificate and several years of post-qualification experience in construction or infrastructure law.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and build strong client relationships.
• Experience with front-end project work and/or back-end litigation or dispute resolution in the construction sector is highly regarded.
• Familiarity with Australian construction standards, regulatory frameworks, and industry practices is beneficial.