On-Site Senior Construction Lawyer – Rail & Infrastructure

Multicultural Consulting Services Pty

Sydney

On-site

AUD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Multicultural Consulting Services Pty is seeking an experienced in-house or private‑practice construction lawyer to provide practical legal and commercial advice on a major station development project in Parramatta. You will work closely with the Project Director and delivery team to manage live contractual risks and support procurement, claims and statutory compliance.

The role requires a NSW practising certificate, 10–15 years in civil/rail/infrastructure law, and strong knowledge of

Qualifications

LL.B or JD and NSW practising certificate.
10–15 years post-qualification experience in construction, engineering or infrastructure law.
Major civil, rail, tunnelling or station project experience under design‑and‑construct or alliance models.
Strong knowledge of Australian construction law, standard contracts and security‑of‑payment regimes.
Practical advice and ability to influence engineers, commercial managers and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Advise on head‑contract interpretation, allocation of risk and legal compliance.
Draft and negotiate subcontracts, consultancy appointments and major supply agreements.
Support variations, extensions of time, contractual notices and security‑of‑payment claims.
Resolve supplier and subcontract issues early to reduce dispute risk.
Coordinate commercial administration interfaces with clients and utility partners.
Maintain alignment with project governance, statutory obligations and corporate risk frameworks.