About this Role
Senior Associate – Construction, Infrastructure & Projects
Melbourne | Front-End Focused | Sector-Leading Clients | Career Pathway to Partnership
Are you a front-end construction lawyer ready to step up into a senior leadership role with a nationally respected practice? This is your opportunity to join a growing, high-calibre team at a firm known for its sector strength across major public and private infrastructure projects.
This full-time, permanent Senior Associate position is ideal for a driven practitioner who thrives in an intellectually stimulating and collaborative environment, and wants to help lead a well-supported, client-facing construction practice.
The Role
Working with a range of state and local government, developers, contractors and aged care operators, you’ll enjoy direct exposure to major construction, procurement, infrastructure and redevelopment matters across sectors including:
Education
Water and utilities
Local government
Residential and commercial precincts
Sports and aquatic centres
Waste and resource recovery
You will:
Draft, negotiate and advise on D&C, construct-only, PPP and collaborative contracting models
Develop and manage standard form tendering and contract documentation
Lead business development initiatives and represent the firm at networking events
Contribute to internal precedent development and thought leadership
Mentor junior lawyers and play a key role in team development
You Will Bring
6+ years PAE, with proven expertise in construction and infrastructure (front-end)
Deep familiarity with a range of procurement models and contracting methods
Commercial acumen and client-facing confidence
Clear, articulate written and verbal communication
A self-directed, proactive mindset, with a focus on adding value beyond black-letter advice
Experience with local or state government clients and major projects will be highly regarded.
Why Join This Team?
Highly regarded construction team with meaningful work that contributes to real outcomes across public infrastructure and community-focused projects
Strong progression path, supported by national clients and growing mandates
A down-to-earth, values-driven culture that actively invests in inclusion and wellbeing
Recognised for gender equity, accessibility, LGBTIQ+ inclusion and cultural diversity
Flexible working arrangements and real support for work-life balance
Curious to learn more?
This is an exciting role for someone ready to make a strategic next move and lead major projects in a truly supportive environment. Get in touch for a confidential chat and further details.