Senior Associate – Construction Disputes (Future Partner Track) Senior Associate – Construction Disputes role with structured development and progression to senior leadership.

3 Key Points:

Clear pathway to Special Counsel and beyond

Partner-led mentoring on marquee infrastructure disputes

Formal learning + real autonomy as you step up

About the Firm: Our client is a respected specialist firm with a long history advising Australian and international corporate clients. They’re known for building high-calibre lawyers by combining complex work, genuine support, and a culture that rewards initiative, integrity and continuous learning.

About the Position: Our client is looking for a

Senior Associate (5+ PAE)

with robust

back-end construction disputes

experience to join our clients’ team in a leading

Construction, Projects & Infrastructure

practice.

This isn’t a “stay in your lane” role. You’ll be encouraged to expand your technical depth, grow your profile, and progressively take ownership of matters and client relationships, including:

Large-scale construction and engineering disputes (nationally and in QLD)

Delay, disruption, variations, defects and contractual claims

Security of Payment strategy and dispute management

Advisory support to minimise project risk and prevent disputes

Acting for principals, builders, developers,



subcontractors and insurers

You’ll be trusted with meaningful responsibility and supported to become a recognised senior practitioner in the construction space.

Key Requirements:

5+ years’ PAE in construction litigation / disputes (back-end emphasis)

Strong drafting skills and confidence producing clear, commercial advice

Solid understanding of construction contract frameworks and dispute processes

Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure

A collaborative approach and an interest in mentoring junior lawyers

On Offer: If your goal is to

progress to senior leadership , our client offers an environment built for it:

Defined progression framework

with transparent expectations at each level

Hands-on partner access

and active mentoring (not just annual check-ins)

Exposure to

high-profile infrastructure matters

that accelerate capability fast

Opportunities to

lead key workstreams , supervise juniors and run court/ADR preparation

Support to build your practice through

client contact, BD involvement and profile-building

Ongoing investment in learning through

structured development, feedback and coaching

A culture that values quality, autonomy and long-term career outcomes—ideal for lawyers aiming for

Special Counsel/Partner trajectory

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