Senior Legal Counsel - Construction - Renewable Energy
We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel (Construction) to support a leading renewable energy organisation focusing on utility‑scale projects across Australia.
Summary:
* Position: Senior Legal Counsel
* PQE: 7–10 years experience
* Location: Sydney, NSW
* Salary: competitive + super + bonus
Objective:
* Provide commercially focused construction law advice and support the hiring manager as well as the construction and operations teams
* Advise on or negotiate/prepare EPC contracts, HV works contracts, split scope OEM and balance of plant contracts, civil works contracts, ECI contracts, early works contracts, EOT claims, disputes, contract terms, and contract structuring
* Identify and brief on key issues and mitigants arising from negotiation and administration of construction and operation contracts
Responsibilities:
* Legal review, drafting and negotiation of construction/operation contracts including head contracts, subcontracts, consultant contracts, supplier contracts (engineering procurement and construction), construct‑only contracts, operation and maintenance contracts, connection agreements, design and construction contracts, and minor works contracts
* Support the Construction Team in contract administration
* Manage legal work streams on large-scale renewable energy construction projects
* Review and assist the business with construction tender processes
* Motivate and lead a high‑performing construction legal team
How to apply – To apply or for more information, please follow the link or contact Sam.Jeral@jdrossenergy.com
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Legal
Industries
* Services for Renewable Energy
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