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Cape Town: Legal Counsel: Construction and Disputes posted by SET Consulting

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About the Role

The Legal Counsel: Construction & Operations will be responsible for the legal negotiation, contract management support, and dispute management of construction and operational contracts throughout the full lifecycle of renewable energy projects. The role supports the wider legal function by building and implementing a robust legal risk framework for projects under construction and in operation, and by leading all disputes and litigation arising from construction and operations contracts.

Key Responsibilities

  • Contract Negotiation & Financial Close
  • Support the Heads of Strategic Procurement, Project & Construction Management (PCM), and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) in negotiating:
  • EPC or OEM Contracts
  • Balance of Plant (BOP) Contracts
  • Co-operation Agreements
  • O&M Contracts (collectively, the Construction and Operation Contracts) prior to Financial Close.
  • Ensure alignment of Construction and Operation Contracts with all other applicable project and financing documents prior to Financial Close.
  • Construction & Operations Legal Support
  • Provide ongoing legal and strategic support to PCM and O&M teams in:
  • Enforcing employers rights
  • Managing obligations under the Construction and Operation Contracts.
  • Support and develop effective contract management strategies for projects in construction and operation.
  • Assist Legal Counsel: Construction & Operations in managing and overseeing contract managers supporting the PCM and O&M teams.
  • Disputes & Litigation
  • Lead the management of external attorneys in relation to Construction and Operation Contracts, both pre- and post-Financial Close.
  • Take primary responsibility for all legal disputes and litigation arising from Construction and Operation Contracts.
  • Stakeholder & Internal Alignment
  • Maintain regular legal and strategic alignment with Legal Counsel supporting the Asset Management team, ensuring consistency and cohesion between construction, operational, financial, and project documentation.
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Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law
  • Admitted Attorney

Qualifications

No qualifications mentioned.

How to Apply

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Typically, salaries for Other Professions roles in the Western Cape range from R500 000 to R1,5 million per annum, depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Commonly, senior roles or those within larger companies tend to command higher salaries. However, it’s essential to note that these figures are only general guidelines and may vary widely based on individual circumstances.

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