About this Role
Major National Law Firm – Construction, Infrastructure & Projects Practice
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced back-end construction lawyer to join one of the State’s largest and busiest Construction, Infrastructure & Projects teams. Applicants should have 5+ years PAE, including a minimum of 3 years in construction law and construction-related disputes. The role offers genuine collaboration with senior lawyers across a large specialist practice at both local and national levels.
You will work across major projects in sectors such as transport, social infrastructure, renewables, commercial and industrial, acting for government, developers, contractors, and multinational engineering companies. The work includes managing disputes during and after project delivery, acting in adjudications, expert determinations, complex litigation and arbitration, preparing detailed advices and submissions, running matters day-to-day, instructing Counsel and technical experts, and supervising junior lawyers and paralegals. This role provides exposure to some of the country’s most high-profile and technically challenging projects.
You will have strong construction disputes experience and a deep understanding of project operations and delivery. Candidates from Associate, Senior Associate, Special Counsel or in-house construction roles are encouraged to apply.
You will bring:
• Ability to analyse and solve complex legal issues
• Excellent technical drafting skills and strong attention to detail
• Ability to plan and prioritise work to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Advanced communication and stakeholder management skills
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to team goals
• Discretion when managing sensitive and confidential information
• Capability and interest in mentoring junior lawyers and paralegals
This national commercial firm provides a supportive and high-performing environment with modern offices and strong career development pathways.
Benefits include:
• Flexible hours, dress-for-your-day, purchased leave, career breaks and study leave
• EAP, flu vaccinations and regular internal and external social activities
• Employee referral bonus program
• Recognition through industry awards for workplace culture, legal excellence and gender diversity
The firm is committed to social responsibility through:
• A dedicated pro bono practice and social justice initiatives
• Diversity, gender equality and wellbeing committees
• International legal network connections
• Participation in community programs, including blood donation initiatives