Senior Legal Counsel 8 +PQE Construction (Front-End)

Our client is a Tier 1 developer of major commercial, public, and industrial projects. With a multi-billion-dollar pipeline of projects, they are now looking to welcome an experience lawyer to join their established Legal team as a Senior Legal Counsel. Sitting out of their Perth office, this role will require daily engagement with the executive team.
The Legal Team
This role will see you report into the General Counsel while working closely with a high calibre legal and commercial team.
Key responsibilities will include:
Reviewing and advising on the terms of construction contracts at tender stage including D&C, O&M, EPC, GC21 and ECI agreements.Lead or support the legal aspects of project procurement and tendering processes, including preparation and review of tender documentation, RFPs, expressions of interest, and evaluation of contractor and consultant submissions.Advise on risk allocation, liability regimes, security, warranties, defects liability, liquidated damages, insurance, and other key commercial and legal terms in construction contracts from a developer’s perspective.Support the structuring and documentation of joint venture, consortium, and collaboration arrangements with other developers, contractors, or project partners.Work closely with internal project, development, commercial, and procurement teams to ensure contracts and procurement strategies align with the company’s commercial objectives, risk appetite, and project delivery requirements.Advise on planning, development approval, and related statutory and regulatory issues as they intersect with project contracting and procurement.Reviewing and advising on contracts across corporate - HR and IT.Coordinate and oversee external legal counsel.Assist with regulatory compliance matters, including environmental and planning issues.Providing proactive advice on legal and commercial issues and managing contractual risks to minimise disputes.
Ideal Candidate
For Legal Counsel 8 + years PQE with projects and construction experience.Strong technical construction law skill set encompassing contract drafting, negotiation, and advisory work.Proven ability to manage complex, multi-party transactions with a commercial and solutions-focused mindset.A collaborative and proactive approach, thriving in a lean and high-performing team.
On Offer
Market leading salary and bonusWork from home flexibilityCareer development and support
Contact
Please contact Morgan Elder at morgan@wolfwilliams.com.au, or call 0415 914 803 for a confidential discussion.