Kerja Sepenuh Masa, Associates- Senior Associates (Construction - Infrastructure Disputes) di Christopher Chuah Law Chambers LLC - Maukerja

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented legal professional to join our Building & Construction practice. The successful candidate will support a broad range of contentious and non-contentious construction, infrastructure, and energy matters, including arbitration, litigation, adjudication and contract advisory work.

The role involves handling complex construction contracts. Familiarity with standard form construction contracts, including SIA, PSSCOC and REDAS would be advantageous.  The successful candidate will work closely with senior lawyers including accredited specialists in Building & Construction Law on contentious and non-contentious matters, contributing to the delivery of practical, commercially focused legal advice and dispute resolution strategies.

This role suits a candidate with admission to the Singapore Bar, 2–4 years' post-qualification experience in construction, infrastructure, or commercial disputes. (or equivalent dispute resolution experience) and strong interest in construction law.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB Hons) or equivalent
• Admitted to practice (preferred) or relevant dispute resolution experience
• Admitted to the Singapore Bar, with 2–4 years' post-qualification experience in construction, infrastructure, or commercial disputes
• Strong academic background and demonstrated interest in construction law 

Key Responsibilities

Arbitration & Dispute Resolution

• Assist in preparation of pleadings, witness statements, and written submissions
• Conduct legal research on construction and infrastructure disputes
• Review contracts, correspondence, and evidentiary documents
• Support counsel throughout arbitration proceedings 

Litigation & Court Matters

• Draft affidavits, pleadings, submissions, and related court documents
• Manage case files and coordinate with clients, experts, and external stakeholders
• Assist in court preparation, hearings, and case strategy discussions

Adjudication (Construction Payment Disputes)

• Prepare adjudication claims, responses, and supporting documents
• Analyse payment disputes and contractual entitlement issues
• Manage timelines and procedural compliance under relevant adjudication frameworks

Legal Advisory & Contracts

• Review and draft construction-related contracts and project documentation
• Provide legal advice on contractual interpretation, risk allocation, and compliance
• Conduct due diligence and support regulatory/legal risk assessments
• Assist in preparing legal opinions for construction and infrastructure projects 

Personal Attributes

• Professional, proactive and resourceful
• Strong sense of responsibility and integrity
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as a team
• Committed to high-quality legal work and client service 

Apply Now

If construction law is the practice area you'd choose on purpose and you're ready to do serious work in a firm small enough to notice, we'd like to hear from you.

Please send your detailed resume, cover note and academic transcripts to:

Christopher Chuah Law Chambers LLC

Address: 190 Middle Road | #11-04A Fortune Centre | Singapore 188979

Email: *************

Website: *************

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted