Construction & Engineering Lawyer

Job Description

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, defence and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

Your Opportunity

You will be a part of our well respected and valued APNA (Asia Pacific New Zealand and Australia) Legal team involved in multiple different territories, covering established jurisdictions such as Singapore, Hong Kong/Greater China, New Zealand and Australia. Most of your duties will be for Australia.

The successful candidate will have 5-10 years PQE in construction and engineering law, with professional indemnity litigation experience preferred, gained through private practice and/or in-house. You will have the opportunity to further your experience in a wide variety of legal disciplines including contract law, corporate law, dispute resolution, ethics and compliance and insurance law.

The location of the role is Melbourne, Australia, with a focus on Victorian projects, but you will be involved with projects across Australia, New Zealand and Asia as needed.

You will have excellent drafting, communication, collaboration and negotiation skills. You will be a person who can manage your own workload and be self-reliant and a self-starter. You must be equipped with excellent teamworking and interpersonal skills as you will be advising Mott MacDonald senior staff and working with clients and key stakeholders on major projects that shape communities. You will also be able to:-

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including design consultancy agreements, subconsultancy agreements, joint venture agreements and framework agreements.
• Review and advise on compliance and departures against Mott MacDonald’s governance requirements and assist project teams with procuring the necessary internal approvals.
• Confidently negotiate terms and conditions with clients and make recommendations to the business on legal issues, applicable laws and regulations.
• Draft legal guidance to raise awareness of contemporary legal issues and new laws.
• Advise the business on litigation and insurance matters, which may include liaising with external lawyers and technical experts.
• Support and assist all members of the regional Legal team.
• Support other parts of the Legal Department including the Ethics & Compliance, Data Protection and Company Secretary teams.

About You

• Qualified lawyer with 5-10 years PQE in private practice or in-house with construction and engineering experience (front end and/or litigation).
• Hold or eligible to apply for an Australian Practicing Certificate.
• Practical experience in the application of legal concepts and commercial law.
• Excellent analytical and presentation skills.
• Strong capability to multitask, problem solve, and balance competing priorities.
• Confident and effective communicator across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Ability to successfully work autonomously and as part of a larger team and with drive.

Culture & Benefits

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

• Agile working environment, supporting our people to work flexibly
• Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more
• Annual Health Checks and ongoing professional development

Employee ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.
• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.

You’ve got this!

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply! #LI-RZ1