Lawyer - Construction and Infrastructure (Front-End)

Good people. Good work. Great opportunities.

McCullough Robertson is a commercially focused firm with a proud 100 year history, working with high-calibre national and international clients. We work on big matters in small teams, approaching each day with dedication and professionalism.      

We provide exceptional opportunities for our employees to perform, grow and succeed through extensive training and career development. Our teams work together and support one another to achieve individual, team and firm-wide goals.

Backed by a national team of over 400 staff located in Brisbane and Sydney, McCullough Robertson combines a century of experience with a modern, collaborative approach, making us a big firm, without the attitude.

The Team

Our Brisbane Construction and Infrastructure team is recognised for its expertise in complex infrastructure, energy and resources projects across Queensland and nationally. Led by highly experienced partners with decades of combined experience in Australia and internationally, the team advises government, developers, contractors and financiers on the structuring, procurement and delivery of major projects.

The team holds deep capability across transport, roads, water and waste, airports, education facilities, mining infrastructure, rail and port facilities, carbon and renewable energy projects. Trusted by government clients on procurement strategy, probity and contract administration, the team plays an active role in shaping industry standards.

The Role

We are seeking a talented and motivated front-end construction lawyer to join our leading Brisbane Construction and Infrastructure team. Working closely with our experienced partners and lawyers, you will provide practical and commercially focused advice to government and private sector clients on the procurement, structuring and delivery of major infrastructure, energy and resources projects.

This role offers exposure to complex and high-value projects from the outset, including transport, roads, water and waste, mining infrastructure, rail and port facilities, airports, education facilities and renewable energy developments. You will assist in drafting and negotiating sophisticated project agreements, advising on procurement strategies, risk allocation and contract administration, and supporting clients through all stages of project delivery.

You will join a highly collaborative and technically strong team where partners are hands-on and invested in mentoring junior lawyers. The role provides an exceptional opportunity to develop both technical expertise and commercial judgement, while building lasting relationships with clients on projects that shape Queensland’s infrastructure and energy landscape.

Experience

As the successful candidate, you will be a skilled and enthusiastic lawyer, with one or two years of post-admission experience. As well as having industry knowledge, you will be passionate about construction with a keen desire to develop a long-term career in this space.

You will be comfortable drafting and reviewing complex project agreements, negotiating contract terms, and providing practical, commercially focused advice. Your excellent communication skills will allow you to build strong relationships with both clients and colleagues, and you will thrive working autonomously while contributing effectively within a collaborative, high-performing team.

Benefits

At McCullough Robertson, we encourage a balanced work environment. Our teams enjoy having the opportunity to work in a supportive environment while having fun and achieving results.

We offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Dedicated Diversity committee with an innovative program focusing on all areas of diversity and inclusion;
• Attractive further education program and supportive learning and development opportunities throughout your whole career;
• Mentoring and sponsorship opportunities as well as coaching and leadership support;
• Holistic Health and Wellbeing program including subsidised gym membership and active social and sporting committees; and
• Inhouse barista and end-of-trip facilities.

Inclusion and Diversity

We are a leader in diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating an environment where our employees want to come to work.

Our commitment is to create an accessible and informed workplace, where we can collectively make a difference for everyone, including people with disability, to gain equal opportunities and grow their career at McR. This is our commitment to diversity and inclusion and how we bring to life our McR values.

An award-winning law firm, we have received the prestigious Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation for the tenth consecutive year and have recently been awarded by Lawyers Weekly – Diversity Law Firm of the Year.

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply for Job" button, and submit your application on-line. Alternatively, please contact Sophie Sims on 07 3914 8462 for a confidential discussion.

We're an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.