Job Description
BESIX Watpac is seeking an in-house Construction Lawyer to work closely with our Vic & SA Construction business unit, providing support and advice in the review, management and improvement of BESIX Watpac's contracts and agreements.
Based in our Melbourne CBD office, the key responsibilities of this position include:
Advise the business on contract interpretation and administration on our projects.Identify and advise on key contractual and legal risks and provide advice to the business on risk management and dispute avoidance.Prepare returnable schedules regarding proposed head contract departures including where required, preparing amendments to the head contract.Attend tender, contract and dispute resolution discussions and negotiations.Prepare special conditions to BESIX Watpac’s template suite of agreements to ensure compliance with the head contract requirements.Review and respond...