FE construction Associate/SA 4+ PQE

Front-End Construction & Infrastructure Lawyer | 3+ PQE | Sydney

An exceptional opportunity exists for a technically strong and commercially savvy lawyer with 3+ years’ PQE to join a top-tier front-end construction and infrastructure team, working closely with a well-known market leader on high-value, nationally significant matters.

About the Opportunity
This is a front-end role advising major public and private sector clients on the legal structuring, procurement and delivery of infrastructure, energy, transport, health and commercial development projects.

You’ll gain hands-on experience drafting and negotiating key project documentation and advising on strategic risk allocation, with direct exposure to a range of sophisticated government and commercial clients.

Key Areas of Focus

  • Major infrastructure and capital works projects (transport, health, energy, water, education)

  • Drafting and negotiating construction contracts (D&C, EPC, O&M, consultancy agreements)

  • Advising on procurement strategy, delivery models and risk allocation

  • Supporting clients through the full project lifecycle, from feasibility to completion

  • Working closely with senior partners and cross-practice teams nationally

What You’ll Bring

  • 3+ years’ post-admission experience in front-end construction or major projects

  • Excellent drafting skills and knowledge of standard form contracts (AS, GC21, FIDIC, etc.)

  • Experience advising government or top-tier private clients (desirable)

  • Strong commercial instincts and a solutions-focused mindset

  • A collaborative, driven approach with a passion for infrastructure and construction

Why This Role?

  • Work with a nationally recognised partner on some of Australia's most important infrastructure deals

  • Direct client access and opportunity to take ownership of complex work

  • Genuine mentorship and support for career progression

  • Flexible working (3:2 hybrid split) and a merit-based promotion model

  • Collegiate, down-to-earth team culture with national project exposure

If you’re a driven front-end construction lawyer looking to elevate your career in a high-performing and future-focused team, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

About this Role

  • Listed: 30 Jun 2025
  • Location: Sydney
  • Industry: Construction Law
  • $145000

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