Lawyer

7 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia CPB Contractors Full time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join our team in Brisbane.

This is a high-profile project at the forefront of the national energy transition, offering a unique opportunity to work with a leading Tier 1 contractor renowned for delivering complex and innovative infrastructure solutions.

About the Job

  • Provide legal advice in relation to project and construction delivery, with a deep understanding of construction law and its nuances.
  • Manage and mitigate commercial and legal risk while ensuring you are meeting internal and external customer requirements.
  • Stay abreast of regulatory, legislative, litigation and commercial developments, provide insights on significant matters and advise on how to maintain industry best practice.
  • Liaise with senior leaders, managers, employees within the project and parent companies and external contacts such as customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and local government bodies.
  • Provide commercially relevant advice and support to our teams in the formation, review and closing of contracts for all downstream supply and subcontracts.
  • Drafting and developing contracts and operational delivery strategies that address project risks.
  • Support the resolution of contractual issues that arise on projects during delivery.
  • Negotiating contract amendments with suppliers, subcontractors, clients, joint venture partners and external lawyers.

Your Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor of Law (LLB or equivalent), qualified to practice as a solicitor in an Australian jurisdiction.
  • Minimum of 8+ years of post-qualification experience in construction law, with a strong background in delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects.
  • Proven expertise in managing complex construction contracts, including lump sum, design & construct, supply and procurement contracts.
  • Ability to identify risks and offer practical solutions to mitigate risks.
  • Strong commercial understanding of the construction industry and energy sector.
  • Experience in managing formal and informal dispute resolution, including adjudication, alternative dispute resolution mechanisms and litigation.

About Us

The UGL and CPB Contractors JV for the CopperString 2032 Project brings together the expertise and large project experience of both companies. Both UGL and CPB Contractors are leading and respected organisations across engineering, construction, and maintenance services. We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, Veterans and active-duty armed forces, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.

What We Offer

  • A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
  • Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
  • Estimated salary $150,000 - $200,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
  • Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.

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