Construction Lawyer | Associate – Senior Associate | SydneySydney CBD | 2+ PQE | Specialist Construction PracticeWork on major, complex construction matters across both front-end and back-end work, with genuine responsibility, direct client exposure and a clear pathway to progress.Why You'll Want to Consider This RoleBig-firm calibre matters within a specialist construction practiceFront & back-end exposure across the full construction lifecycleAccelerated career progression with genuine opportunities to step upGreater autonomy and ownership of your mattersDirect access to senior construction specialistsStrong client exposure and opportunities to build relationships1 day working from homeHighly competitive remuneration + bonusThe OpportunityAn opportunity is available for an Associate or Senior Associate Construction Lawyer to join a highly regarded specialist construction practice in Sydney.Rather than being limited to one narrow area, you will have the opportunity to develop a broad construction practice spanning major projects, front-end contracting, advisory work and complex disputes.Depending on your experience, your matters may include:Drafting and negotiating construction and project contractsMajor construction and infrastructure projectsProcurement and project advisorySecurity of Payment claims and adjudicationsVariations, delay, defects and extension of time claimsComplex construction and commercial disputesLitigation, mediation and alternative dispute resolutionAdvising developers, contractors, subcontractors and other industry participantsThe role offers genuine scope to take carriage of matters,



work directly with clients and develop your own profile, while having experienced construction specialists around you when needed.What We're Looking ForWe are interested in speaking with Associate to Senior Associate level lawyers, ideally with:2+ years' PQE in construction, projects or infrastructureFront-end, back-end or mixed construction experienceStrong drafting and technical legal skillsCommercial and practical judgementConfidence working directly with clients and stakeholdersA desire to broaden their construction experience and accelerate their careerLawyers from top-tier, national, mid-tier and specialist construction practices are encouraged to apply.You don't necessarily need equal front-end and back-end experience.
If your background is stronger on one side and you want to broaden your practice, I would still like to hear from you.About the FirmThis is a specialist construction and infrastructure law firm with a solid reputation for handling sophisticated and complex matters.The practice provides the calibre of matters commonly associated with larger firms while offering a more agile and less layered environment, allowing lawyers greater access to senior practitioners, clients and meaningful responsibility.The team advises across the construction lifecycle, from major projects and contracting through to claims, adjudications and complex disputes.For a construction lawyer who wants quality work, broader experience and the opportunity to progress based on capability, this is a compelling alternative to the traditional large-firm structure.All applications and enquiries will be treated in strict confidence.
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📌 Construction Lawyer (Sydney)
🏢 Lead Group
📍 Sydney