Naiman ClarkeNaiman Clarke

Lawyer: Construction Litigation

Posted on 3/24/2026

About the job
Job Type: Permanent
Emp Type: FULL TIME
Industry: Law Firm - Mid tier
Functional Expertise: Construction
Location: Brisbane, QLD
Job Published: 3/24/2026
Job ID: 55729
Salary Type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable

Contact name

Tianna Ward

Job Description

What’s in it for you?

  • Work on complex, high-value disputes for government, principals and major contractors across civil, transport, energy, mining and vertical infrastructure.
  • Enjoy flexible working as standard, an extra week of annual leave and a wellbeing program that genuinely backs your mental, physical and professional health.
  • Build your career in a team known for strong mentoring, national training and an international study scholarship that sets it apart.

About your new employer:

  • Our client is a leading Tier 1 national practice with a standout reputation in major projects and disputes.
  • Known for acting on significant infrastructure matters for government and top-tier private sector clients across Australia.
  • Offers the calibre of a top-end platform with a collaborative culture, real support and long-term development.

About the role:

  • Act on project and infrastructure disputes across a broad mix of sectors, including civil engineering, transport, energy, mining and large-scale construction.
  • Work across litigation, arbitration and other forms of dispute resolution for a high-quality client base that includes government, principals and leading contractors.
  • Draft advice, pleadings and strategic correspondence, help run complex matters and work closely with respected leaders in the projects space.
  • Gain exposure to sophisticated disputes while building strong technical skills and commercial judgment in a high-performing team.

The ideal candidate:

  • 2-4 years' PQE in projects, construction or infrastructure disputes.
  • Exposure to litigation, arbitration or broader dispute resolution work in a law firm environment.
  • Strong drafting skills, sound technical ability and a genuine interest in major projects work.
  • Commercial, switched-on and keen to learn from well-regarded practitioners in the field.

If this role does not align to your experience and/or career goals, please contact us to discuss other suitable opportunities.

Why work with us?

  • We have access to 50% more roles than are publicly available.
  • You will receive free CV and content advice as well as interview preparation assistance specific to the role.
  • We are intimately aware of market trends including team/firmwide inside information and what salary you can achieve in the current market.
  • Naiman Clarke are celebrating 25 years of excellence in the legal recruitment industry this year.  Our team of experienced, legally trained, consultants have over 40 years of combined experience working exclusively in the legal recruitment sector. 

Contact Tianna today!

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