Legal Counsel – EPC

CANWORKONE.SG EMPLOYMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

CANWORKONE.SG EMPLOYMENT PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to support EPC and engineering projects across regional operations.

The role involves advising on commercial, contractual and project matters, and close collaboration with business and project teams. You will review and negotiate EPC contracts, subcontract and supply agreements, and contribute to contract administration and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law and qualifies to practise in a recognised jurisdiction.
• 8–12 years post-qualification experience in legal practice or in-house roles.
• Strong experience in construction, infrastructure, engineering or EPC projects.
• Good knowledge of construction law, commercial law and contract management.
• Proven experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating EPC contracts and related project agreements.
• Familiarity with project claims, dispute management and risk mitigation would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support to business units on commercial, contractual and project-related matters.
• Review, draft and negotiate EPC contracts, subcontract, supply and other commercial agreements.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Commercial law

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Education

LL.B. or equivalent

Job description

Legal Counsel – EPC / Engineering Projects

Singapore | Permanent

An established engineering company involved in large-scale Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) projects is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to provide legal and commercial support across regional operations and project activities.

This role will partner closely with business and project teams on a wide range of contractual, corporate, commercial and project-related matters, with a strong focus on EPC contracts, claims and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support to business units on a broad range of commercial, contractual, corporate and project-related matters.
• Review, draft and negotiate various agreements, including EPC contracts, subcontract agreements, supply agreements, consultancy agreements, NDAs and other commercial contracts.
• Support project teams in contract administration, commercial matters, claims management and dispute avoidance/resolution.
• Identify and mitigate legal and contractual risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Advise internal stakeholders on legal implications relating to project execution, procurement, variations, claims and contractual obligations.
• Support corporate matters including the establishment, maintenance and closure of subsidiaries, branch offices, joint ventures and project entities.
• Coordinate and manage external legal counsels and consultants where required.
• Monitor changes in relevant laws, regulations and industry practices impacting the business.
• Develop and improve contract templates, legal processes and governance frameworks.
• Provide legal support on ad-hoc matters and strategic business initiatives.

Requirements

• Degree in Law and qualified to practise in a recognised jurisdiction.
• 8–12 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in legal practice and/or in-house legal roles.
• Strong experience in construction, infrastructure, engineering or EPC projects.
• Good knowledge of construction law, commercial law and contract management.
• Proven experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating EPC contracts and related project agreements.
• Familiarity with project claims, dispute management and risk mitigation would be advantageous.
• Able to work independently and partner effectively with business, project and management teams.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting complex engineering and EPC projects while partnering closely with commercial, project and leadership teams across the business.