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Construction, Infrastructure & Projects

Our team has a client-focused and value-driven approach designed to achieve our clients’ commercial objectives.

Construction, Infrastructure & Projects

Our Construction, Infrastructure & Projects Group works closely with clients to effectively manage contractual and commercial risk and to avoid, minimise and resolve disputes. Understanding clients’ objectives within the broader commercial and political context of their operations is a priority. 

Expertise

  • we specialise in all aspects of construction and infrastructure law with particular expertise in documenting and advising on complex projects 
  • we act for principals, developers, contractors, facilities managers, consultants and other industry participants
  • our clients range from major institutions to specialist consultants and subcontractors
  • we deliver front and back end services including tenders and project documentation; claims preparation and review; security of payment advice and claims (find out more about how we can assist with NSW security of payment legislation and QLD security of payment legislation); contract administration, risk management and strategic project planning; alternative dispute resolution, litigation and arbitration; and residential building disputes (NSW).
  • we can help guide you through the new Modern Slavery laws. These new laws are significant and high-profile changes for the Australian business landscape that reflect a growing awareness for the need to address modern slavery both domestically and internationally - and all business and government executives need to ensure they are up to speed. Find out more about the new Modern Slavery laws and what we can do to ensure your business is compliant.

We have dedicated pages on the following key areas:

Arbitration

Read more about how our arbitration group provides clients with strategic and pragmatic advice on all aspects of arbitration, from drafting effective arbitration rules and agreements to representing clients in domestic and complex cross-border arbitrations and enforcing successful arbitral awards here.

Building Cladding

Building cladding issues and legislation are currently among the most important topics for the construction industry. To see what expertise we provide in this area, click here.

Procurement

Read more about our dedicated national Procurement practice group that provides services to a range of government and private sector clients here.

Renewable Energy

Information on our dedicated Renewable Energy team can be found here.

Security of Payment Act

Learn more about Security of Payment Act in New South Wales here.
Learn more about Security of Payment Act in Queensland here.


We offer seminars and webinars for legal and corporate professionals to delve into contemporary legal issues, stay up-to-date with evolving legislation and to enhance their professional skills. Please click here to see our current offering. 

Experience

Advising and acting on behalf of clients in relation to construction disputes (substantive litigation in all superior courts, arbitration, expert determination and mediation) in a number of sectors including major commercial construction, civil works projects, infrastructure projects, water, energy and resources projects, PPP’s, LNG projects and mining projects. 

This includes advising on some significant projects

  • Wiggins Island Coal Export Terminal
  • GLNG Project
  • Abbott Point Coal Terminal
  • Riverside Walk
  • advising NSW Housing on a major social housing project in Glebe
  • advising the Northern Territory Government on the development of the Marine Industry Park (a 160 hectare development in Darwin)
  • advising a consortium on all aspects of its bid for Sydney International Convention, Exhibition and Entertainment Centre PPP
  • advising a consortium on its bid for the Sunshine Coast University Hospital PPP
  • advising financiers in relation to the O&M contracts for Lane Cove Tunnel project
  • advising financiers in relation to the widening and refinancing of the M5 toll road in New South Wales
  • acting in a major arbitration involving the construction of electricity and steam generation facilities at six Victorian hospitals involving companies from Australia, New Zealand, France and America (the Victorian Hospitals Cogeneration Project – VHCP)
  • advising an engineering company in relation to claims arising from the construction of an underground liquefied petroleum gas facility.


Key Contacts

Troy Lewis

Troy Lewis

National Managing Partner

Brisbane
Christine Jones

Christine Jones

Partner

Sydney
Helena Golovanoff

Helena Golovanoff

Partner

Sydney
Kirsty Smith

Kirsty Smith

Partner

Brisbane
Lachlan Ingram

Lachlan Ingram

Partner

Melbourne
Scott Schlink

Scott Schlink

Partner

Melbourne
Stephen Burton

Stephen Burton

Managing Partner

Brisbane
Emily Ng

Emily Ng

Special Counsel

Brisbane
Marie-Louise Scarf

Marie-Louise Scarf

Special Counsel

Sydney
Tarin Olsen

Tarin Olsen

Special Counsel

Brisbane
Christabel Teo

Christabel Teo

Senior Associate

Melbourne
Claudia Baldwin

Claudia Baldwin

Senior Associate

Melbourne
Krishneel Kumar

Krishneel Kumar

Special Counsel

Sydney

Recent Posts

02 June 2025 - Knowledge

Setting the limit: Considerations for caps on liability in construction contracts

#Construction, Infrastructure & Projects

Liability caps in construction contracts limit financial exposure. We discuss the rationale behind liability caps, the risks they pose for both principals and contractors, and the crucial considerations for determining an appropriate limit.

16 April 2025 - Knowledge

It’s GO time – latest updates on Australia’s Guarantee of Origin scheme

#Renewable Energy, #Construction, Infrastructure & Projects

The Guarantee of Origin scheme (GO scheme) will play a key role in helping Australia meet its legislated goal to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. We highlight the latest developments in the scheme and what they mean for producers, policymakers, and future opportunities for green industries in Australia.

11 March 2025 - Knowledge

Nuclear law: Could Australia go nuclear?

#Construction, Infrastructure & Projects, #Renewable Energy

As the federal election approaches, the Coalition’s plan to build 7 nuclear facilities in Australia remains a key debate. We look at the challenges and laws governing nuclear power plant construction at the federal, state and territory levels.

09 March 2025 - Knowledge

Rain, rain, go away: Inclement weather in construction contracts

#Construction, Infrastructure & Projects

Changing weather patterns and extreme conditions can disrupt construction projects, causing delays and further pressure on tight schedules. We set out key things to keep in mind when negotiating inclement weather provisions in your contract.

10 December 2024 - Knowledge

2025 outlook for Australia’s construction industry

#Construction, Infrastructure & Projects

We highlight significant developments in the construction industry next year, including new climate reporting mandates, persistent cladding challenges and potential reforms in New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria.

04 December 2024 - Knowledge

Expert witnesses in building disputes: Can you approach the other side’s expert?

#Construction, Infrastructure & Projects

While it is generally legal and ethical to speak to the opposing party’s expert witness in building disputes, we explore several factors that must be considered carefully before deciding to make this move.

21 November 2024 - Knowledge

Need access to adjoining land or airspace? Why a written access licence is crucial for your construction project

#Construction, Infrastructure & Projects

We outline five key benefits of a well-considered written access licence and why early planning is key to a project’s success.

19 November 2024 - Knowledge

Victorian Government to enact major changes to the Security of Payment regime

#Construction, Infrastructure & Projects

The Victorian Government has broadly supported the Environment and Planning Standing Committee’s 28 recommendations to amend Victoria’s Security of Payment Act. We look what these recommendations mean for the construction sector.

30 October 2024 - Knowledge

Residential Focus: Building bond increase delayed

#Property, Planning & Development, #Construction, Infrastructure & Projects

The Strata Schemes Management Regulation 2016 (NSW) has been amended to further postpone the building bond increase for strata scheme developers, from two per cent to three per cent, to commence on 1 July 2025.

21 October 2024 - Knowledge

Residential Focus: A fork in the road for dual occupancy owner builder permits?

#Property, Planning & Development, #Construction, Infrastructure & Projects

A recent decision highlights the limitations on owner builder permits for dual occupancy projects, reinforcing the distinction between personal use and commercial development.

15 September 2024 - Knowledge

Legal obligations for supply and use of modified elevating work platforms

#Construction, Infrastructure & Projects, #Workplace Relations & Safety

We examine the work health and safety (WHS) obligations of manufacturers and hirers when supplying or using modified elevated work platforms and share practical steps to ensure safe operation and compliance.

12 September 2024 - Knowledge

Who is responsible for Victoria’s combustible cladding epidemic?

#Construction, Infrastructure & Projects

A recent Cladding Safety Victoria report highlights the need for building design professionals to better understand compliance requirements to ensure product specifications, particularly for potentially dangerous materials, meet the performance standards under the National Construction Code.

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