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Using knowledge & foresight to shape the way we live, work, and connect.

You must have relevant legal experience, strong communication skills, and knowledge of construction law. A proactive approach and ability to work collaboratively are essential.

You will provide legal advice, draft and review contracts, ensure compliance, manage disputes, and support business decisions while collaborating with various stakeholders.

London

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       <p>Skanska, one of the world’s leading project development and construction groups, is an inclusive and responsible business that is helping to build a better society.</p>
       <p> Known for working on major projects, Skanska UK is building, upgrading, and maintaining the country’s infrastructure for future generations.</p>
       <p> Led by award winning Executive Vice President, Swati Paul, this established and highly regarded Legal team is seeking to add an additional lawyer to their ranks. The Legal team carries out all of the work on behalf of Skanska, ensuring a varied workload which has a real impact on the business.</p>
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       <p><b><br> What you’ll do:</b></p>
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        <li> Provision of proactive and practical early legal advice to the Skanska business divisions, to help them achieve their goals in the commercial environment in which they operate.</li>
        <li> Become a key trusted advisor to project commercial teams in negotiating complex projects.</li>
        <li> Follow up support to assist in the implementation of solutions to achieve those goals (e.g. assist in negotiation of documentation to close/complete the transaction and then offer “after care” follow up legal support until project has been built/concluded and full payment recovered.).</li>
        <li> Proactively learn other areas of law as needed.</li>
        <li> Assist the team with standard documents, training, policies, and guidance.</li>
        <li> Develop relationships across the business so that Legal are involved early and fully.</li>
        <li> Work closely with the commercial directors/personnel and project personnel generally.</li>
        <li> Provide/assist in the provision of workshops, seminars, etc.</li>
        <li> Collaborate with colleagues from Skanska Group as needed.</li>
        <li> Proactive and early involvement with relevant areas of the business.</li>
        <li> Ensure transfer knowledge/best practice.</li>
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       <p><b><br> What you’ll bring to the role:</b></p>
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        <li> Qualified UK lawyer.</li>
        <li> Mid-ranking/ senior with good construction/commercial law experience.</li>
        <li> Experience of drafting documents, policies, and guidance documents</li>
        <li> Confident communication skills with all levels of the business with the ability to professionally deal with objection.</li>
        <li> Good understanding of the fundamentals of construction and services contracts.</li>
        <li> Ability to advise on commercial contracts.</li>
        <li> Willingness to learn new skills and areas of law.</li>
        <li> Good understanding and experience of the forms of contracts (NEC/JCT) commonly used and associated case law.</li>
        <li> Good understanding of construction techniques and processes.</li>
        <li> An ability to deliver a legal service to a business in a form they can readily understand and use.</li>
        <li> An ability to argue our case in formal negotiations in a logical and articulate manner.</li>
        <li> An understanding of the basic commercial management processes that should be employed on a project.</li>
        <li> An understanding of risk and risk identification and management techniques.</li>
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       <p><b><br> What you’ll achieve:</b></p>
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        <li> Become a key part of an experienced and highly regarded in-house legal team</li>
        <li> Experience of diverse scope of projects across Skanska UK</li>
        <li> Become a trusted legal advisor and business partner.</li>
        <li> Exposure to and involvement in compliance and governance processes within Skanska Group</li>
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       <p><b><br> Equal opportunities</b></p>
       <p> We thrive through embracing differences, whether they be social backgrounds, ethnicity, disability, gender identity or expression, age, religion, sexual orientation and any other protected characteristic – we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it Naturally Skanska.</p>
       <p><b><br> Flexible working</b></p>
       <p> We welcome you to ask about flexibility at interview stage and we will explore what is possible for the role.</p>
       <p><b><br> Reasonable adjustments</b></p>
       <p> We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us using <b>recruitment@skanska.co.uk</b> if you require any adjustments that would support you throughout your application.</p>
       <p><b><br> More information about the role</b></p>
       <p> Please note this is an advert for our job vacancy, and therefore may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of Skanska. For a full role profile, please contact us: <b>recruitment@skanska.co.uk</b></p>
       <p><b><br> Closing date</b></p>
       <p> The closing date for this vacancy may be subject to change any time at the sole discretion of the business.</p>
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      <p><b><br> We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.</b></p>
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       Skanska, one of the world’s leading project development and construction groups, is an inclusive and responsible business that is helping to build a better society.
        Known for working on major projects, Skanska UK is building, upgrading, and maintaining the country’s infrastructure for future generations.
        Led by award winning Executive Vice President, Swati Paul, this established and highly regarded Legal team is seeking to add an additional lawyer to their ranks. The Legal team carries out all of the work on behalf of Skanska, ensuring a varied workload which has a real impact on the business.
       
        What you’ll do:
       
         Provision of proactive and practical early legal advice to the Skanska business divisions, to help them achieve their goals in the commercial environment in which they operate.
         Become a key trusted advisor to project commercial teams in negotiating complex projects.
         Follow up support to assist in the implementation of solutions to achieve those goals (e.g. assist in negotiation of documentation to close/complete the transaction and then offer “after care” follow up legal support until project has been built/concluded and full payment recovered.).
         Proactively learn other areas of law as needed.
         Assist the team with standard documents, training, policies, and guidance.
         Develop relationships across the business so that Legal are involved early and fully.
         Work closely with the commercial directors/personnel and project personnel generally.
         Provide/assist in the provision of workshops, seminars, etc.
         Collaborate with colleagues from Skanska Group as needed.
         Proactive and early involvement with relevant areas of the business.
         Ensure transfer knowledge/best practice.
       
       
        What you’ll bring to the role:
       
         Qualified UK lawyer.
         Mid-ranking/ senior with good construction/commercial law experience.
         Experience of drafting documents, policies, and guidance documents
         Confident communication skills with all levels of the business with the ability to professionally deal with objection.
         Good understanding of the fundamentals of construction and services contracts.
         Ability to advise on commercial contracts.
         Willingness to learn new skills and areas of law.
         Good understanding and experience of the forms of contracts (NEC/JCT) commonly used and associated case law.
         Good understanding of construction techniques and processes.
         An ability to deliver a legal service to a business in a form they can readily understand and use.
         An ability to argue our case in formal negotiations in a logical and articulate manner.
         An understanding of the basic commercial management processes that should be employed on a project.
         An understanding of risk and risk identification and management techniques.
       
       
        What you’ll achieve:
       
         Become a key part of an experienced and highly regarded in-house legal team
         Experience of diverse scope of projects across Skanska UK
         Become a trusted legal advisor and business partner.
         Exposure to and involvement in compliance and governance processes within Skanska Group
       
       
        Equal opportunities
        We thrive through embracing differences, whether they be social backgrounds, ethnicity, disability, gender identity or expression, age, religion, sexual orientation and any other protected characteristic – we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it Naturally Skanska.
        Flexible working
        We welcome you to ask about flexibility at interview stage and we will explore what is possible for the role.
        Reasonable adjustments
        We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us using recruitment@skanska.co.uk if you require any adjustments that would support you throughout your application.
        More information about the role
        Please note this is an advert for our job vacancy, and therefore may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of Skanska. For a full role profile, please contact us: recruitment@skanska.co.uk
        Closing date
        The closing date for this vacancy may be subject to change any time at the sole discretion of the business.
      
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Legal Counsel - Skanska

Legal Counsel

You should have a Civil or Geotechnical degree, be flexible with location, passionate about sustainability, committed to personal development, and eager to collaborate and innovate in construction.

You will manage geotechnical projects, liaise with clients and professionals, collaborate on design, assist in estimates, develop commercial skills, and uphold health and safety standards.

Construction & Surveying

Doncaster

<p>As a Graduate Engineer with our Cementation team, you will have the opportunity to experience the whole life cycle of a piling and foundations project, on a rotational programme. From tendering and estimating for projects, through to delivery as a Site Engineer, you will develop your geotechnical knowledge whilst experiencing civil engineering projects.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>What you’ll do:</strong></p><ul><li>Work as part of a team on-site, in the delivery of often challenging and complex geotechnical projects, taking responsibility for programme and quality management, logistics and problem solving</li><li>Liaise with clients and a variety of professionals including principal contractors, consulting engineers and other sub-contractors.</li><li>Work with our in-house Technical Design team, in developing knowledge in most aspects of pile and retaining wall design, along with Ground Engineering techniques</li><li>Understand how we tender for work and preparing estimates with our Pre-construction team</li><li>Work alongside our Quantity Surveyors, to develop your commercial acumen</li><li>Commit to the requirements of Skanska’s environment and health and safety policies</li></ul><p><strong>Who you are:</strong></p><ul><li>Studying towards or having recently completed a Civil Engineering or Geotechnical degree</li><li>You will need to be flexible with locations as our projects can be based nationwide</li><li>You have a strong interest in innovation, sustainability and making a positive impact&nbsp;</li><li>Committed to personal development and achieving chartership&nbsp;</li><li>Enthusiastic to shape the future of construction with Skanska&nbsp;</li><li>You work collaboratively towards shared goals and targets</li></ul>

As a Graduate Engineer with our Cementation team, you will have the opportunity to experience the whole life cycle of a piling and foundations project, on a rotational programme. From tendering and estimating for projects, through to delivery as a Site Engineer, you will develop your geotechnical knowledge whilst experiencing civil engineering projects. What you’ll do:Work as part of a team on-site, in the delivery of often challenging and complex geotechnical projects, taking responsibility for programme and quality management, logistics and problem solvingLiaise with clients and a variety of professionals including principal contractors, consulting engineers and other sub-contractors.Work with our in-house Technical Design team, in developing knowledge in most aspects of pile and retaining wall design, along with Ground Engineering techniquesUnderstand how we tender for work and preparing estimates with our Pre-construction teamWork alongside our Quantity Surveyors, to develop your commercial acumenCommit to the requirements of Skanska’s environment and health and safety policiesWho you are:Studying towards or having recently completed a Civil Engineering or Geotechnical degreeYou will need to be flexible with locations as our projects can be based nationwideYou have a strong interest in innovation, sustainability and making a positive impact Committed to personal development and achieving chartership Enthusiastic to shape the future of construction with Skanska You work collaboratively towards shared goals and targets

Graduate Civil-Geotechnical Engineer - Development Programme 2024 - Skanska

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       <p>Are you ready to kickstart your career in a team where you can make a difference?</p>
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       <p><br> Our ICE accredited Graduate programme will help you build on your degree and establish a career where you’ll have the freedom to learn and progress, achieve your ambitions and leave your mark on the communities in which we work.</p>
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       <p><br> As a Graduate Engineer with our Cementation team, you will have the opportunity to experience the whole life cycle of a piling and foundations project, on a rotational programme. From tendering and estimating for projects, through to delivery as a Site Engineer, you will develop your geotechnical knowledge whilst experiencing civil engineering projects.</p>
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        <li> Work as part of a team on-site, in the delivery of often challenging and complex geotechnical projects, taking responsibility for programme and quality management, logistics and problem solving</li>
        <li> Liaise with clients and a variety of professionals including principal contractors, consulting engineers and other sub-contractors.</li>
        <li> Work with our in-house Technical Design team, in developing knowledge in most aspects of pile and retaining wall design, along with Ground Engineering techniques</li>
        <li> Understand how we tender for work and preparing estimates with our Pre-construction team</li>
        <li> Work alongside our Quantity Surveyors, to develop your commercial acumen</li>
        <li> Commit to the requirements of Skanska’s environment and health and safety policies</li>
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        <li> Studying towards or having recently completed a Civil Engineering or Geotechnical degree</li>
        <li> You will need to be flexible with locations as our projects can be based nationwide</li>
        <li> You have a strong interest in innovation, sustainability and making a positive impact</li>
        <li> Committed to personal development and achieving chartership</li>
        <li> Enthusiastic to shape the future of construction with Skanska</li>
        <li> You work collaboratively towards shared goals and targets</li>
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       <p><b><br> What we offer:</b></p>
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        <li> Clear learning and development opportunities to prepare you for a successful and happy career</li>
        <li> Professional and social networking events</li>
        <li> Project management and leadership development mentoring</li>
        <li> Support to achieve your chosen professional accreditation and expenses paid for annual professional membership</li>
        <li> Employee led networks - these include: Womxn’s, Ability, Pride, O.N.E (Origins Nationality Ethnicity, Military) and Mental Health networks.</li>
        <li> An array of retail, dining, well-being and travel discounts through My Rewards</li>
        <li> Cycle to work scheme</li>
        <li> 28 days annual leave + bank holidays</li>
        <li> Multiple salary reviews throughout the graduate programme</li>
        <li> You would be joining a mental health aware organisation where we offer wellbeing support through our employee assistance programme; mental health ambassador network awareness discussions and wellbeing initiatives</li>
        <li> Opportunities to find an area of our business in which you thrive and are passionate about</li>
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       <p><b><br> What does the Skanska graduate programme include?</b></p>
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       <p><br> As part of the graduate programme, teams will embark on digitalisation and social value projects. These projects provide exposure to graduates and senior colleagues in the company and build a strong professional network whilst improving the business.</p>
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        <p> The graduate programme provides a pathway to develop a complete skill set, developing both technical and interpersonal skills. The programme includes interesting courses and on-the-job learning.</p>
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       <p><b><br> Rotations</b></p>
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       <p><br> You will be required to undertake placements in different locations (site and office based across the UK). These will range in duration from 1 month up to 9 months and you will receive additional allowances, on top of your basic salary, to assist with the cost of staying away from home or relocating.</p>
       <p> Some of the office-based placement can be carried out from home if that is something you would like to do. The rotational nature of this programme will give you exposure to an exciting portfolio of piling projects as you experience all stages from tendering to delivery. This will make you a well-rounded engineer and help you in achieving your chartership.</p>
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       <p><b><br> What have our previous Graduate Engineers enjoyed?</b></p>
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        <li> Meeting lots of new people</li>
        <li> Exploring new cities</li>
        <li> Seeing the range challenges presented across the UK</li>
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       <p><b><br> Applications closing date</b>: 15th November 2023, however, we encourage you to apply as soon as you can, as we assess applications on a rolling basis.</p>
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       <p><b><br> How do you apply?</b></p>
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        <li> Upload your CV</li>
        <li> Online assessments</li>
        <li> Interview</li>
        <li> Offer</li>
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       <p><b><br> Programme start date:</b> September 2024</p>
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       <p><br> If you are a gen Z talent with a passion for innovation, sustainability and desire to shape the future, we look forward to your application!</p>
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       <p><b><br> About Cementation Skanska</b></p>
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       <p><br> Our Cementation operating unit is an internationally recognised specialist and one of the UK’s leading piling and foundation contractors. Operating in almost every sector, we deliver projects of all sizes across the UK centred around geotechnical solutions and techniques.</p>
       <p> Innovation is a key factor in our success, and we use the very latest digital engineering technology to deliver our solutions</p>
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       <p><br> We work on multiple projects from buildings to complex infrastructure. Recent projects have included the London City Airport expansion, at Haymarket, Edinburgh, and the A1 road upgrade near Newcastle. We have over 100 years’ of experience and our level of skill extends to all aspects of geotechnical engineering, from micro piling to diaphragm walling.</p>
       <p> At Skanska, we thrive through embracing differences, whether they be social backgrounds, ethnicity, disability, gender, age, religion, sexuality and any other protected characteristic – we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and winning teams. We call it Naturally Skanska.</p>
       <p></p>
       <p><b><br> Equal opportunities</b></p>
       <p> We thrive through embracing differences, whether they be social backgrounds, ethnicity, disability, gender identity or expression, age, religion, sexual orientation and any other protected characteristic – we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it Naturally Skanska.</p>
       <p><b><br> Flexible working</b></p>
       <p> We welcome you to ask about flexibility at interview stage and we will explore what is possible for the role.</p>
       <p><b><br> Reasonable adjustments</b></p>
       <p> We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us using <b>emerging.talent@skanska.co.uk</b> if you require any adjustments that would support you throughout your application.</p>
       <p><b><br> More information about the role</b></p>
       <p> Please note this is an advert for our job vacancy, and therefore may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of Skanska. For a full role profile, please contact us: <b>emerging.talent@skanska.co.uk</b></p>
       <p><b><br> Closing date</b></p>
       <p> The closing date for this vacancy may be subject to change any time at the sole discretion of the business.</p><b> Click here to find out why our Graduates enjoy working at Skanska</b>
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