Senior Associate/ Associate - Construction (Front End)

Join a market-leading construction team working on some of Australia's largest projects!

Your new company
An opportunity has arisen for an Associate or Senior Associate to join a highly regarded Construction & Infrastructure practice in Sydney.Working directly with a recognised industry-leading Partner, you will gain exposure to major infrastructure, transport, energy and technology projects, advising a sophisticated client base that includes contractors, infrastructure investors, multinational organisations and project delivery consortiums.
Your new role
This position offers a strong focus on front-end construction and infrastructure work, including:

• Drafting and negotiating construction procurement documentation
• Preparing and advising on building and construction contracts
• Advising on project delivery structures and risk allocation
• Supporting major infrastructure, energy and transport projects
• Working closely with clients throughout procurement and project delivery phases
• Building strong client relationships and taking increasing responsibility for matters

You will be joining a high-performing and collaborative team known for its technical excellence, commercial approach and strong mentorship culture.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful, you will have:

• 37+ years' PAE in construction law or a well-regarded litigation practice
• Strong drafting and contract negotiation skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• A genuine interest in the construction and infrastructure sector
• Strong commercial acumen and practical problem-solving skills
• The ability to work autonomously while managing client expectations
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A collaborative and proactive approach to practice

What you'll get in return
Work alongside a highly respected construction and infrastructure partnerExposure to major Australian infrastructure and capital works projectsStrong client contact and responsibility from day oneCollaborative national team with a supportive cultureGenuine career progression opportunitiesFlexible working arrangementsWell-established mentoring and professional development programmesStrong national platform and impressive blue-chip client baseWhat you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Laura on 0280626176/ laura.keegan@hays.com.au
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