CPB Contractors is the CIMIC Group’s construction company, with operations spanning Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and Asia. Our mission is to generate sustainable returns for our shareholders by delivering projects for our clients, while providing safe, rewarding and fulfilling careers for our people. CPB Contractors shares the CIMIC Group’s principles of integrity, accountability, innovation and delivery, all underpinned by safety. Our people are highly valued and are committed to delivering successful projects that meet the needs of our clients and contribute to the success of the CIMIC Group.

The Opportunity

We have an excellent opportunity for a Legal Counsel to join our Corporate Legal team in a back-end construction role on a permanent, full-time basis. The role is based in North Sydney and will support our team with the delivery of expert legal services on iconic construction projects across Australia.

Your key accountabilities will include:

• Responsible for evaluating and handling claims, as well as collaborating with project teams to prepare or defend against legal claims
• Represent the company in dispute resolution proceedings
• Support project managers in identifying and responding to potential breaches or variations
• Ensure compliance with contract milestones and obligations
• Identify legal risks in ongoing construction projects and advise mitigation strategies
• Handle legal aspects of project closeout, including defect liability, final payments, and retention releases

Our minimum requirements for this role are:

• Bachelor of Law (LLB or equivalent)
• Qualified to practice as a solicitor in an Australian jurisdiction
• 5-10 years Post Qualification Experience with a strong focus on back-end construction contracts work
• Strong dispute resolution experience
• Expertise in risk assessment and mitigation in construction projects
• Analytical and has attention to detail

CPB Contractors is an equal-opportunity employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement, and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

We’re always looking for ways to make CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

• A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
• Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.

Please note: This role is being sourced through CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.