Construction Legal Specialist - 6 Month Ftc

Fempower; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in South Africa is seeking a Construction Legal Specialist. This role is critical for ensuring compliance with legal standards in infrastructure projects and managing legal risks by developing and reviewing contracts. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction law and the ability to navigate complex legal issues effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in legal advice and contract management in the construction sector.
• Experience with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and legal frameworks related to infrastructure.
• Ability to analyze complex legal information quickly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Ensure legal compliance in infrastructure delivery.
• Review and develop contractual agreements to mitigate legal risks.
• Provide legal advice on regulatory adherence.

Skills

Construction Law

Procurement Law

Contract Management

Legal Compliance

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Postgraduate qualification in law or construction management

Job description

PURPOSE OF THIS JOB : The Construction Legal Specialist is responsible for ensuring legal compliance and providing legal advice and guidance on infrastructure delivery transactions.

This role focuses on regulatory adherence and the development / review of contractual agreements to mitigate legal risks and safeguard the organisation's infrastructure portfolio.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE : Minimum RequirementsBachelor of Laws (LLB) and an Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.A minimum of 7 years' experience in providing legal advice, legal opinions, solutions, manage legal risks and contract management in construction / built environment.Proven experience in Construction Law, Procurement Law and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).Sound knowledge of the Joint Building Contracts Committee JBCC), New Engineering Contracts (NEC), Government Certificate of Competency (GCC), Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) and FIDIC contracts.In-depth understanding of complex legal concepts in business terms.Demonstrated ability to scrutinise vast amounts of information and identify key points promptly and accurately.Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations regarding infrastructure development, as well as mediation, adjudication and arbitration of dispute processes.General understanding of infrastructure markets, government priorities, systems and processes at the national and provincial levels.

Desirable RequirementsA postgraduate qualification in law or construction management.