International Legal Counsel (m/f/d) – Infrastructure & PPP

International Legal Counsel (m/f/d) - Infrastructure & PPP

CML CONSTRUCTION SERVICES GMBH

Completed law degree; additional postgraduate specialization in international construction law or project finance is considered an asset
At least three years of relevant professional experience in the international construction and/or Public-Private Partnership (PPP) sector
Strong background in international construction law, including hands-on experience with standard contract forms such as FIDIC and NEC, as well as expertise in tender and contract review, claims assessment and preparation, and project-related correspondence throughout the full project lifecycle
Proven exposure to PPP structures, project financing, and transactions within infrastructure projects
Solid experience in dispute resolution, including litigation, mediation, arbitration, and other alternative dispute resolution methods
Commercially minded with the ability to provide legal advice from an interdisciplinary perspective
Sound technical understanding relevant to construction and infrastructure projects
Excellent proficiency in English, both written and spoken; additional languages (e.g. German) are advantageous but not essential
High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information, with professional communication and negotiation skills.
Strong organizational skills combined with a keen eye for detail
Self-driven, resilient, adaptable, and a collaborative team player

Provide legal support across construction projects, including contract review, claims management, and dispute resolution
Advise on public procurement procedures in the context of international PPP projects and/or infrastructure financing transactions
Conduct in-depth legal analysis of tender documents as well as project and financing documentation
Draft, review, and negotiate consortium agreements and a wide range of project-related contracts (including project, construction, design, supply, financing, and advisory agreements)
Participate in negotiations with public authorities, consortium and development partners, advisors, lenders, and subcontractors
Select, instruct, and coordinate external legal counsel
Act as a key liaison with external lawyers, expert teams, local entities, and other stakeholders
Support projects throughout the execution phase with ongoing legal guidance