Main characteristics
- Company
- CBGU JV - Cross River Rail
- Category
- Legal
Job summary
Were building Queenslands futureCBGU JV is working on Queenslands largest infrastructure project and were building our team for the future. South East Queensland is about to embark on a period of sustained growth in the lead up to the 2032 Olympics, and we are thrilled to be involved in developing Cross River Rail, which will forever change the way Queenslanders travel.
CBGU JV brings together CPB Contractors, BAM, Ghella and UGL to deliver the Tunnel and Station Package for Brisbanes Cross River Rail, the 10.2 kilometre rail line between Dutton Park and Bowen Hills, including 5.9 kilometres of tunnel under the Brisbane River and CBD. The project also includes construction of four new underground stations at Roma Street, Albert Street, Boggo Road and Woolloongabba, where the future upgraded Olympic stadium will stand.
All project sites and offices are based in inner city Brisbane, and whats not to love. Queenslands River City is booming with activity, while still retaining its laidback lifestyle. Dont miss out on the chance to be part of working on South-East Queenslands largest infrastructure project that will leave a lasting legacy for the city of Brisbane for years to come.
One project team, building career opportunities for you.
Reporting to the Commercial Director
Qualifications and Experience Bachelor of Law (LLB or equivalent) Qualified to practice as a solicitor and holding current practising certificate in local region Page 2 of 2 Sound knowledge of current and emerging governance and regulatory issues relevant to the construction industry Experience in a strong construction/projects focused practice, ideally with hands on experience in-house in the delivery of a major infrastructure project either through full time employment or secondment
Your experience and skills Commercially focused lawyer. Familiarity with structures and commercial frameworks for PPPs or major infrastructure projects and a broad range of construction contracts prevalent in the local market Excellent communication skills - ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to all levels of personnel working on the project, management and stakeholders Excellent legal drafting skills and ability to prepare, review and negotiate subcontracts, leases, loan agreements, bonds, guarantees and other commercial arrangements · Excellent letter writing skills with ability to present compelling and convincing defence and entitlement arguments. Verbal reasoning skills - ability to interpret the precise meaning of written documents such as contracts and regulatory and legislative requirements affecting the project delivery, Ability to understand and articulate complex technical positions / details through liaison with technical managers. Risk assessment and risk mitigation skills - ability to identify risks/issues and offer practical commercially appropriate solutions to manage/ mitigate risks Negotiation and Influencing skills Commercial acumen Resilience Personal drive and motivation Ability to work autonomously and in a dynamic environment Experience in providing legal support through the life cycle of the project, including insurance issues, Ability to provide training to other project personnel dealing with contracts and legal matters; Experience in implementing corporate policies and procedures, including internal approval processes Ethics & values consistent with CIMIC value
At CBGU JV, we are committed to workplace diversity and to providing flexible work opportunities on our project. We support women in construction and Indigenous advancement and participation and we encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.
Please note: This role is being sourced through CBGU JV partners directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.
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