Senior Construction Project Lawyer - Sydney

FCC Construction Australia Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

FCC Construction Australia Pty Ltd – Sydney CBD NSW is seeking a commercially minded Project Lawyer to join the team delivering a major Sydney based project. You will work closely with project leadership to provide practical legal advice across the project lifecycle and help manage contractual obligations in a fast-paced construction environment.

You are a practical, solutions-focused lawyer with a recognised law degree and Australian admission, 7–12 years PQE in construction/infrastructure, and

Qualifications

• This role requires a recognised law degree and admission to practise as a lawyer in Australia.
• 7–12 years PQE with experience in construction, infrastructure or major projects.
• Strong abilities in contract negotiation, risk assessment and legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Contract review and negotiation of construction contracts and subcontracts.
• Provide timely legal and commercial advice on project obligations.
• Support contract administration, variations, notices and payment matters.
• Assist with claims, disputes and engagement of external advisers when required.
• Identify legal and commercial risks and develop pragmatic mitigation strategies.
• Support procurement, tendering and subcontract negotiations.
• Engage with project managers, engineers and commercial teams.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Legal risk management

Commercial advice

Drafting & reviewing contracts

Stakeholder engagement

Project delivery liaison

Education

Law degree and Australian admission to practise

Job description

FCC Construction Australia Pty Ltd – Sydney CBD NSW is seeking a commercially minded Project Lawyer to join the team delivering a major Sydney based project. You will work closely with project leadership to provide practical legal advice across the project lifecycle and help manage contractual obligations in a fast-paced construction environment.

You are a practical, solutions-focused lawyer with a recognised law degree and Australian admission, 7–12 years PQE in construction/infrastructure, and