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Project Development & Construction Associate/Senior Associate, Dubai

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Leading international practice seeks a mid‑to‑senior associate to join its Project Development & Construction team in Dubai. The role sits within a global energy, natural resources and infrastructure group advising on large‑scale project development across renewables, power, transport and other infrastructure sectors.

The successful candidate will draft, review and negotiate EPC/construction agreements, revenue contracts (including PPAs and sector‑specific contracts), concessions and related commercial documentation, often in a project finance or project development context. The role involves advising sponsors, lenders, offtakers, governments and contractors, managing matter delivery, supervising junior lawyers and contributing to business development.

  • Qualified lawyer with approximately 4–8 years PQE (some flexibility for stronger candidates)
  • Solid experience of EPC/construction contracts, revenue contracts (PPAs) and concessions in an energy/infrastructure context
  • Experience on greenfield project development and project finance matters; sponsor‑side experience preferred
  • Strong drafting, negotiation and project management skills; ability to supervise junior team members
  • Commercial mindset, business development aptitude and excellent verbal and written communication skills

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