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Elecnor has been contracted to build EnergyConnect, a new 700km transmission line extending from Wagga Wagga NSW to the South Australian border.
This backbone infrastructure will connect customers with more renewable energy enabling a further 4950MW of generation capacity, save NSW customers $180 million a year and create 1,500 new construction jobs in regional NSW.
Construction of EnergyConnect is underway in various locations across the project area.
The Role This in-house construction legal counsel role will see you working with the Project Legal & Commercial team to support complex construction claims, disputes, and other project matters.
Primary responsibilities will include: Providing legal advice to all Project areas, including for commercial, environmental, health & safety, and HR teams.Drafting and reviewing upstream (employer) and downstream (subcontractors) variations, EOT claims and legal/commercial correspondence including matters received or to be submitted in accordance with Security of Payment legislation.Assisting with strategies and negotiation in respect of disputes and claims, including project management of dispute avoidance and dispute resolution processes.Liaising with key stakeholders in the commercial teams, as well as the broader business.Supporting external law firms overseeing litigation matters, by providing instructions and responding to information requests.This is a 2-year fixed term contract role, based in the Sydney CBD and requires a candidate who is willing to work from our office on a full-time basis.
The ideal candidate will bring: A minimum of 5 years PQE. Ideal candidates will have experience in back-end construction disputes, however, suitable candidates from other backgrounds will be considered. Both in-house or private practice backgrounds will be considered.Familiarity with construction, infrastructure and renewable energy industry in Australia will be well regarded.Career oriented, commercially focused and professional approach to their work.Clear and persuasive oral and written communication skills.Ability to navigate a complex project environment and thrive on the pace associated with such an environment.We're building a diverse workforce. Elecnor Australia is committed to being an employer of choice. We know that our people are our best assets and believe diversity and inclusion helps us foster the creativity we look for to drive sustainable outcomes. We strongly encourage people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
This is an opportunity to make a significant contribution to one of the nation's largest energy infrastructure projects in an exciting and challenging role.
Please note: Elecnor Australia reserves the right to commence the shortlisting process for this role immediately and the right to remove the advertisement before the closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and agency submissions will not be considered for this position.
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