Legal Counsel (Construction, Engineering & Disputes)

Changi Airport Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Changi Airport Group is seeking a mid-level Legal Counsel to support procurement and complex infrastructure projects, including Terminal 5. The role focuses on managing contractual risk across the project lifecycle within a highly regulated aviation environment.

Candidates should have 5–10 years PQE with a Singapore bar admission, and experience in construction, procurement, and dispute resolution.

Qualifications

• LL.B or equivalent from a reputable university.
• Admission to the Singapore Bar.
• 5–10 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in a reputable law firm and/or in-house legal team.
• Specialization in commercial contracting, projects, infrastructure, construction, procurement and/or dispute resolution.

Responsibilities

• Advise on tenders, procurement, and project documentation.
• Draft, review, and negotiate construction, consultancy, and maintenance contracts, including non-standard terms for collaborative contracting and revenue-sharing agreements.
• Manage and resolve disputes through negotiation, mediation, litigation, and/or arbitration.
• Support contract administration, including advising on contract interpretation, claims, delays, and variations.
• Coordinate with external counsel and manage specialist legal advice.
• Develop legal templates, guidance materials, and support training for project teams.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Dispute resolution

Project management

Education

LL.B or equivalent

Admission to Singapore Bar

Job description

Legal Counsel (Construction, Engineering & Disputes)

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Organising Institution / Firm

Changi Airport Group

Rolling Basis (Official)

Not Specified

LL.B or equivalent from a reputable university with admission to the Singapore Bar; 5–10 years’ PQE in a reputable law firm and/or in-house legal team; Experience in commercial contracting, projects, infrastructure, construction, procurement and/or dispute resolution.

In-house Legal Counsel Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Legal Counsel (Construction, Engineering & Disputes) at Changi Airport Group

Changi Airport Group (CAG) is seeking a mid-level Legal Counsel to join its Legal & Compliance team in Singapore. The role focuses on supporting the procurement, delivery, and administration of complex infrastructure projects, including the upcoming Terminal 5 development. The position involves managing contractual legal risk across the project lifecycle within a highly regulated aviation and infrastructure environment.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Education: LL.B or equivalent from a reputable university.


• Qualification: Admission to the Singapore Bar.


• Experience: 5–10 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in a reputable law firm and/or in-house legal team.


• Specialization: Experience in commercial contracting, projects, infrastructure, construction, procurement, and/or dispute resolution.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Advise on tenders, procurement, and project documentation.


• Draft, review, and negotiate construction, consultancy, and maintenance contracts, including non-standard terms for collaborative contracting and revenue-sharing agreements.


• Manage and resolve disputes through negotiation, mediation, litigation, and/or arbitration.


• Support contract administration, including advising on contract interpretation, claims, delays, and variations.


• Coordinate with external counsel and manage specialist legal advice.


• Develop legal templates, guidance materials, and support training for project teams.