Major Projects & Construction Lawyer (2-5 PQE)
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Lawyer (2-4 PQE) to join our Major Projects team located in Melbourne. Working closely with Jo Teagle, this role will see you enjoy a steady flow of work on a wide variety of matters with a particular focus on procurement, facilities management, maintenance, services contracts, construction, asset disposal and disaster recovery projects. You will also gain exposure to workplace and health safety law. You will work for a broad range of government and private sector clients including the Department of Defence, RACV, Greater Western Water, Emergency Recovery Victoria, Myer, Homes Victoria, Department of Government Services, Westpac and the WA Department of Communities.
Skills & Experience
* Technical legal experience either from private practice, government or in-house working on construction and/or goods and services procurements (construction/maintenance and/or goods and services procurements), will be looked upon favourably
* Knowledge of government procurement policies (Commonwealth and/or State)
* Experience in drafting and reviewing a broad range of project, tender and contract documentation.
* The ability to interact confidently with clients and work in a team environment.
* Enthusiasm and curiosity for learning.
Why Join Our Major Projects & Construction Practice
* A dynamic and supportive team, which provides unrivalled opportunities for career progression.
* Partners with collaborative and supportive leadership styles, with a genuine understanding of flexibility and how to balance high performance with a down‑to‑earth and pragmatic approach to work and life.
* The ability to learn from leaders in the industry, working on some of the largest and most high‑profile projects and procurements in the country.
* The opportunity to challenge yourself with exposure to a variety of different clients and matters, across various industry sectors.
How to Apply
We prefer to work directly with candidates. If you are interested in this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or contact the consultant, Jennifer Sanderson (07) 3292 7331, for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements; please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.
Accessibility and inclusion: We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier‑free recruitment process. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please contact the recruiter via email to recruitmentsupport@claytonutz.com.
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