A well-established Civil Engineering contractor based in Belfast has a new opportunity for a Legal Advisor to join the organisation. Specialising in Construction Contracts you will be involved in the following:
Tender and Commercial Support
- Provide timely contractual and commercial support to the bid team throughout the tender process.
- Identify, assess, and advise on key contractual risks and opportunities.
- Deliver clear contractual advice and support to the Senior Leadership Team.
Contract Negotiation
- Lead and support negotiations with clients across a broad range of construction contracts.
- Draft, review, and amend contract terms and associated documentation.
- Liaise with external stakeholders and advisors where required.
Contract Governance and Execution
- Manage and oversee the contract approval and execution process.
- Ensure all final agreed commercial and contractual terms are accurately reflected in execution documents.
- Maintain accurate and auditable records throughout the process, from tender stage through to contract execution.
Non-Disclosure Agreements
- Draft, review, and negotiate NDAs and confidentiality agreements with clients and, where required, the supply chain.
- Maintain accurate records of all executed NDAs and related documentation.
The successful candidate will have:
- A Law degree or a degree in Construction Management / Quantity Surveying.
- Demonstrable experience working with construction contracts.
- Proven experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating construction contracts.
- Strong working knowledge of standard form construction contracts, including NEC and JCT.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and stakeholder management capability.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and expanding organisation, offering the chance to play a key role in supporting major projects and influencing commercial outcomes.
For more information or to discuss in confidence, please contact Michelle Doran at CSR on . Alternatively, to apply, click on the link below.
Crescent Specialist Recruitment (CSR) is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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