Lawyer - Construction and Infrastructure (Disputes)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity program

Further education program

Mentoring and sponsorship

Health and wellbeing program

Barista and end-of-trip facilities

Job summary

McCullough Robertson, a historic and nationally respected law firm, is seeking an experienced back-end Construction Lawyer to join its Sydney team. You will handle complex construction and infrastructure disputes, contract issues, arbitrations, and adjudications, contributing strategically to major projects across Australia.

Based in Sydney, you will work with a trusted team of professionals, supporting clients across the nation while developing your expertise in a collaborative environment that

Qualifications

• 2–4 years PQE in construction law within a mid to large firm.
• Strong written and verbal communication, proactive and collaborative.
• Ability to manage matters autonomously while contributing to a close-knit team.

Responsibilities

• Work on construction and infrastructure disputes, contract disputes, regulatory enforcements, arbitration and Security of Payment adjudications.
• Support NSW projects and advise government agencies as needed.
• Contribute to a high-performing Sydney-based team while serving national clients.

Skills

Construction law

Back-end lawyer

Team collaboration

Job description

Good people. Good work. Great opportunities.

McCullough Robertson is a commercially focused firm with a proud 100 year history, working with high-calibre national and international clients. We work on big matters in small teams, approaching each day with dedication and professionalism.

We provide exceptional opportunities for our employees to perform, grow and succeed through extensive training and career development. Our teams work together and support one another to achieve individual, team and firm-wide goals.

Backed by a national team of over 450 staff located in Brisbane and Sydney, McCullough Robertson combines a century of experience with a modern, collaborative approach, making us a big firm, without the attitude.

The Team

McCullough Robertson’s Construction and Infrastructure team is recognised for its ability to effectively guide clients through every phase of a project. With extensive experience advising on risk allocation and the successful delivery of major developments across Australia, we act as a true extension of our clients’ teams – responsive, commercially minded and solution-focused.

Our team provides end-to-end project support across a broad range of industries. We have played a key role in the delivery of mining and energy infrastructure, renewable energy projects including solar farms, wind farms and battery energy storage systems, essential utilities such as pipelines, water and wastewater facilities and electricity networks, as well as ports and airports, transport infrastructure including roads, rail and major social infrastructure projects.

The Role

We are recruiting for an enthusiastic and competent back-end lawyer to join our highly regarded Sydney Construction team.

This team operates across an array of construction and infrastructure disputes, including complex, contract disputes, regulatory enforcements, arbitration and Security of Payment adjudications. Their client base is primarily comprised of top and mid-tier contractors, and the team is renowned for providing innovative and commercially focused solutions.

The team is engaged on most of NSW’s large infrastructure projects, primarily with a contractor focus but also advising relevant government agencies. With a down-to-earth and commercial approach to legal services, the team competes with top-tier firms for major infrastructure back-end and project advisory work.

As a key member of a high-performing, experienced team, you will contribute your expertise in construction law across diverse industries. While based in Sydney, you will support clients with matters on a national scale.

Experience

As the successful candidate, you will be an experienced and capable back-end Construction Lawyer with 2-4 years’ PQE, gained within a mid to large sized law firm. You will have a genuine passion for construction law and a strong desire to further develop your expertise and build a long-term career in this area.

In addition, you will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, a proactive and collaborative approach and the confidence to manage matters autonomously while contributing positively to a close-knit and supportive team.

Benefits

At McCullough Robertson, we encourage a balanced work environment. Our teams enjoy having the opportunity to work in a supportive environment while having fun and achieving results.

We offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Dedicated Diversity committee with an innovative program focusing on all areas of diversity and inclusion;
• Attractive further education program and supportive learning and development opportunities throughout your whole career;
• Mentoring and sponsorship opportunities as well as coaching and leadership support;
• Holistic Health and Wellbeing program including subsidised gym membership and active social and sporting committees; and
• Inhouse barista and end-of-trip facilities.

Inclusion and Diversity

We are a leader in diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating an environment where our employees want to come to work.

An award-winning law firm, we have received the prestigious Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation for 15 consecutive years and been recognised as a Gold Tier Small Employer at the 2026 Australian LGBTQ+ Inclusion Awards.

We're an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.