Current Opportunities

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Associate with Construction experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction law, with extensive experience in both litigation and front-end construction matters. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex cases and contribute to the strategic growth of our practice. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice on construction contracts, risk management, and compliance
• Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts and related documents
• Lead and manage complex construction litigation cases, including arbitration and dispute resolution
• Collaborate with clients, project teams, and other stakeholders to ensure legal and regulatory compliance

To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:

• Minimum of 6 years experience in construction law
• A commitment to excellence and delivery of high quality outcomes to clients
• Proven track record in handling complex construction litigation and contract negotiations
• Ability to effectively manage your own time, managing competing tasks and at time working to tight deadlines
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

About the Team

This practice group has been described in Best Lawyers in Australia for their experience in construction / Infrastructure Law.  Our reputation and growth in this area has been built on our proven ability to resolve complex construction and engineering disputes using recognised expertise in adjudication, mediation, arbitration, and expert appraisal.

About Us

Piper Alderman is a premier commercial law firm with offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Melbourne. We work with clients across Australia and internationally to achieve practical commercial outcomes, innovation in service delivery and deep engagement across multiple industries.  Piper Alderman prides itself on being a collaborative law firm where high achieving ambitious team members can succeed in achieving their career goals whilst performing challenging and rewarding tasks.

At Piper Alderman we promote a culture of excellence, collaboration and teamwork. We recognise and support individuals and invest in their continued professional development.

Our perks

We have a variety of employee benefits aimed at supporting our people including, but not limited to:

• A variety of health and wellbeing initiatives including our Thrive@PiperAlderman Wellbeing Program.
• Learning and development opportunities to support career growth including generous study support options.
• An attractive Parental Leave policy offering up to 26 weeks paid leave.
• Purchased annual leave options.
• A range of fun office and team events all year round so we make sure we are connecting socially as often as possible!

Apply today

Piper Alderman is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We aim to attract and retain the best people and provide an environment where those people can be their authentic selves.  We value diversity of thought and experience and aim to ensure all our people are valued and respected.

Please submit an application by clicking the relevant link in this job advertisement. Please note, no applications will be accepted directly via email.

If you have questions or would like further information about this opportunity, please contact us at careers@piperalderman.com.au