Associate / Senior Associate, Construction

A leading commercial law firm is growing its Construction, Infrastructure & Projects practice in Queensland. The team is large and specialist, and it acts on some of the most significant construction and infrastructure matters in the state and beyond. They are looking for a construction disputes lawyer who wants to build a career with a team that invests in its people.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Major projects: transport, social infrastructure, renewables, residential, commercial and industrial
  
• Quality clients: government, developers, global engineering firms and major head contractors
  
• Real development: mentoring and training from senior practitioners in a deep specialist team
  
• A clear pathway: a strong platform to progress towards senior roles
  

The Role

• Running construction disputes both during and after project delivery, including adjudications and expert determinations
  
• Acting on high-value, complex litigation and arbitration
  
• Preparing advice, evidence and submissions
  
• Managing litigated matters day to day, including briefing Counsel and technical experts
  
• Supervising junior lawyers and paralegals (depending on experience)
  

About You

• 4+ years’ PAE, at Associate to Senior Associate level
  
• Front-end or back-end construction and infrastructure experience is ideal
  

Not a construction specialist yet? Strong commercial litigators with sound civil procedure skills are encouraged to apply, especially those from mining, resources or energy who want to move into construction long term.

The successful candidate will also have:

• Sharp analytical and technical skills, with close attention to detail
  
• Strong organisation and the ability to deliver to deadlines in a busy practice
  
• Excellent communication skills, adapted to each audience
  
• A collaborative approach, sound judgement and an interest in mentoring others
  

What’s On Offer

• Flexible hours and generous leave options, including study leave
  
• A supportive, family-friendly culture in modern offices
  
• Wellbeing initiatives and an active social calendar
  
• A firm recognised for its commitment to gender equality and diversity
  
• A strong pro bono and community program
  

The firm is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all candidates.

For a confidential discussion, please reach out to Nick via nick.saint-cousins@jlegal.com.au or hit apply!

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