At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal advice on construction contracts for renewable energy projects.
- Company: Leading renewable energy organisation focused on utility-scale projects.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, superannuation, bonuses, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Work in Sydney with a high-performing legal team on exciting projects.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team making a real impact in the renewable energy sector.
- Qualifications: 7-10 years of experience in construction law and contract negotiation.
The predicted salary is between 117000 - 143000 $ per year.
We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel (Construction) to support a leading renewable energy organisation focusing on utility‑scale projects across Australia.
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.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Legal
Industries: Services for Renewable Energy
Senior Legal Counsel – Construction in Sydney 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.
