Attractive Salary + Industry leading benefits

DT Infrastructure is a trusted provider of engineering and construction solutions that unlock opportunities for our clients, communities and people. Specialising in Defence, transport and infrastructure, we offer a unique synergy of local expertise in complex projects and the global perspective of our multinational parent company, Gamuda Berhad. Through engineering innovation, collaborative contracting and leading sustainability practices we're unlocking opportunities for a better tomorrow.

DT Infrastructure is continuing to expand its renewable energy portfolio, and we are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join our Brisbane Head Office and provide high-quality legal and commercial support across our growing pipeline of renewable energy projects.

This is a key role within our legal and commercial function, partnering closely with project delivery, commercial and project finance teams throughout the full project lifecycle.

Reporting to the Commercial Director, with a dotted-line relationship to the Head of Legal, you will provide independent legal advice across contractual obligations, project risk, commercial arrangements, disputes and regulatory requirements. You will work closely with project teams to identify risks early, protect DTI's contractual position and support successful project delivery.

This is an opportunity to join a growing infrastructure business and play a meaningful role in the delivery of major renewable energy projects across Australia.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide independent legal advice to project delivery and commercial teams throughout the project lifecycle.
- Advise on upstream client matters and downstream arrangements with subcontractors, suppliers and consultants.
- Prepare,



review and negotiate commercial and contractual arrangements, including subcontracts, supply agreements, consultancy agreements, claims, leases, licences, bonds and guarantees.
- Identify and advise on legal and commercial risks, contractual entitlements, notices, disputes and potential claims.
- Support project teams with contractual compliance, security of payment requirements, payment claims and dispute resolution matters.

Profile description

- Tertiary legal qualifications and current or recent experience as a practising lawyer.
- 6+ years' experience in a similar legal counsel role, ideally within construction or complex infrastructure.
- Strong knowledge of construction law and construction and infrastructure contracts.
- Sound commercial judgement, negotiation skills and an ability to identify and manage project risk.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence and appropriately challenge across the business.

We offer

- Competitive pay that reflects your contribution: We reward performance and impact, with our remuneration benchmarked to market.
- Purpose-driven careers in infrastructure: As we grow our presence in the renewable energy sector, DTI is also continuing to cement its position as a delivery partner of choice across rail, roads and Defence infrastructure projects. Our teams benefit from the variety of opportunities, applying their skills and experience across multiple sectors.
- Fostering your development:



We've developed a culture where continuous learning is front and centre of everything we do. Fostering the growth and development of our people is key to our success and ensuring that we are preparing the next generation of leaders is a core focus for our business.
- Parental leave designed for the reality of family life: Our industry leading parental leave policies are centred on flexibility to support modern family life, because at DTI, little families are a part of our one big family.
- Flexibility that works for you and for us: We acknowledge that everyone's needs are different in striking the right work-life integration. Whether it's hybrid working, adjusted hours, job sharing or balancing family commitments, we'll work together to make it work.

DT Infrastructure is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions prospect and respect. Our focus on inclusivity is active and ongoing. Women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and former members of the Australian Defence Force are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.DTInfrastructure.com.au to explore how DTI can support your career progression, unlock personal advantages and apply for our opportunities.

At DT Infrastructure we walk the talk, and we know our people, their knowledge and their experiences, are the heart of our business. The work we do changes how Australians live their lives, and we’re dedicated to leaving a positive impact on the communities we work in, the people we partner with and of course, our clients. If you want to be part of delivering some of Australia’s most exciting infrastructure projects across rail, roads, Defence and energy and renewables, explore the possibility of working with us.

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