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
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Seniority level
- Mid-Senior level
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Legal
Industries
- Services for Renewable Energy
Senior Legal Counsel - Construction - Renewable Energy employer: JD Ross Energy
Join a leading renewable energy organisation in Sydney, where you will play a pivotal role as a Senior Legal Counsel in the construction sector. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth and development, offering competitive salaries, bonuses, and superannuation. With a focus on utility-scale projects, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the renewable energy landscape while working alongside a high-performing legal team.
