Hybrid Senior Construction & Engineering Counsel, Nelspruit
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 is seeking a Senior Construction & Engineering Lawyer to join their legal team in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with both home and office-based collaboration, focused on advising on procurement, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution for large-scale infrastructure projects across Southern Africa.
Ideal candidates will be admitted attorneys with 7+ years in construction and engineering law, deep knowledge of FIDIC and NEC, and strong
Qualifications
- Admitted Attorney with at least 7 years post-qualification experience in construction and engineering law.
- Strong knowledge of SA construction law (FIDIC, NEC) and standard forms of contract.
- Proven experience handling complex construction disputes and claims.
- Hybrid work capability with office presence in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga.
Responsibilities
- Draft, negotiate, and administer construction and engineering contracts.
- Support tender and procurement processes with legal oversight.
- Manage contractual claims, disputes, and litigation in construction projects.
- Represent the company in negotiations, mediations, and arbitrations.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and health and safety standards.
- Conduct due diligence on projects and partners.
- Advise on project financing, insurance, and risk management.
- Develop contract management strategies and liaise with external counsel.
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Job description
Placements24 is seeking a Senior Construction & Engineering Lawyer to join their legal team in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with both home and office-based collaboration, focused on advising on procurement, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution for large-scale infrastructure projects across Southern Africa.
Ideal candidates will be admitted attorneys with 7+ years in construction and engineering law, deep knowledge of FIDIC and NEC, and strong
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