Senior Project Lawyer

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Job Description Position Summary

Work as a key strategic partner and trusted legal advisor to the Project Management team across the whole life cycle of the project/s. Provide professional, tailored legal advice including but not limited to:

• General interpretation and application of the main project contracts (and various supply chain documents), third‑party and regulated obligations (where appropriate).
• Supporting the procurement team in drafting and negotiating supply chain contracts.
• Assisting in avoiding and reducing formal claims and disputes, and/or assisting in the preparation and management of formal disputes (in conjunction with external counsel as required).
• Interpretation, application and preparation of compensation events and relief events.
• Assistance and management of various data capture requirements, document management and record keeping.
• Advising in relation to UK regulatory frameworks including safety, environmental obligations and data protection requirements.
• Monitoring, training and ensuring compliance in relation to various applicable law and regulatory requirements.
• Together with the UK&I Legal team, identify and contribute to the development and implementation of strategies, policies and practices for the Project in areas of legal, contractual and regulatory compliance.
• Preparation of effective, legally enforceable contractual documentation.
• Managing legal aspects of the Project, specifically ensuring all contractual arrangements are legally compliant and effective and provide general advice to the Project Leadership when necessary.

Qualifications / Experience

• Admitted as a Solicitor of England and Wales (a lawyer qualified in another common‑law jurisdiction may also be considered).
• At least 7 years of professional experience as an unrestricted practising lawyer skilled in negotiating, drafting, preparing and providing legal advice across a broad range of project/supply contracts.
• Highly desirable is experience with resolving disputes, claims, managing litigation, preparation and negotiation of settlement agreements.
• Demonstrated experience acting for or within a mega infrastructure/civil construction project portfolio.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental, contract and commercial legislation in the United Kingdom – England and Wales.
• Sound working knowledge of contract law and application of relevant aspects in a construction civil and government project environment.
• Previous experience in working within a project‑oriented team.
• Preparedness to coordinate the organisation of legal information sessions, when necessary.

Relevant Skills and Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strong client‑focus and ability to work proactively with all types of stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and drafting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to deal confidently and manage conflict, disputes and grievances with key internal and external stakeholders in a constructive manner.
• Ability to multi‑task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ability and desire to work in an agile, fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work autonomously with a disciplined approach to organization and time management.
• Highly motivated and professional attitude.
• Desire to add value to the completion and delivery of a major project and a passion for the construction industry.
• Ability to deal effectively and calmly with people and situations.
• Advanced computer skills on MS Office.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Continually maintain knowledge of, and comply with, all relevant Ferrovial Construction policies and procedures.
• Understand, uphold and comply with the Ferrovial Group Code of Ethics.
• Always represent the Project, Ferrovial, and its associated entities professionally, positively and respectfully.
• Seek out opportunities to demonstrate safety leadership to fellow employees, customers, subcontractors, suppliers and others.
• Actively participate in continual improvement of the JV and Ferrovial’s systems, policies and processes.
• Notify manager without delay of any injury or incident (safety, environmental, complaint) or hazardous event, situation or environment.
• Be proactive in knowing and complying with particular requirements of each work site Health & Safety Plan and procedures including emergency response procedures and site rules.
• Similarly, the Environmental Plan.
• Participate proactively and positively in safety activities including forums, drills, trials and inspections.
• Take appropriate care of Ferrovial property including documents and data and ensure confidentiality and security requirements are maintained at all times.
• Ensure own fitness for work at all times in accordance with Ferrovial’s policy and support colleagues, in particular direct reports, in ensuring they are always fit to work safely.
• Oversee and manage all legal aspects of project delivery for a major project.
• Provide drafting, negotiation, and settlement of downstream procurement contracts and advise project team on project contracts.
• Set up and monitor contract administration procedures and provide training as required.
• Identify and provide advice on risks during delivery.
• Advise on claims and disputes in conjunction with external counsel as required.
• Provide assistance and advice in dispute avoidance, management and resolution.
• Attend tender, contract and dispute resolution discussions and negotiations.
• Prepare reports, memoranda, correspondence, and other documents, as necessary.
• Take a proactive role in the legal and commercial processes relating to the Project’s operations and relevant phases.
• Respond to enquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
• Notify the relevant project member and the client representative of the specific complaints.
• Assist the project team in organising relevant approvals and permits.

Other Requirements Relevant to the Position

• Continuous use of keyboard and computer.
• Regularly use technology such as phones and virtual software.
• Wear PPE on site at all times.
• Travel to projects within the United Kingdom & Ireland.

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