Front‑End Construction Lawyer — Hybrid, High‑Impact Projects

Michelle Sneesby - Founder and Managing Partner; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

empire group in Melbourne is seeking a Construction & Projects Lawyer (3+ PQE) to join a tight, well‑respected construction and projects team. The role emphasises front‑end drafting, commercial input and project work, with some back‑end matters in the mix.

You will work directly with expert Partners who are mentors, and handle a broad mix of contracts and development agreements while enjoying flexible WFH within a hybrid model.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of post‑qualification experience in construction and projects law.
• Experience drafting construction contracts and project agreements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction contracts, Project Management and Development Management Agreements and tripartite agreements for financiers.
• Draft contractor terms and conditions.
• Draft and negotiate subcontractor and consultant agreements.
• Advise on civil works, residential, commercial and industrial projects.
• Exposure to multi-storey, multi-unit, and mixed-use developments.
• Support on construction dispute matters when required.
• Collaborate with owners, developers, contractors and owners corporations.

Skills

Front-end drafting

Contract drafting

Client relationship management

Job description

empire group in Melbourne is seeking a Construction & Projects Lawyer (3+ PQE) to join a tight, well‑respected construction and projects team. The role emphasises front‑end drafting, commercial input and project work, with some back‑end matters in the mix.

You will work directly with expert Partners who are mentors, and handle a broad mix of contracts and development agreements while enjoying flexible WFH within a hybrid model.