Johnathan Glinatsis

Johnathan is a distinguished lawyer with a robust background in building and infrastructure projects. With his commercial acumen, he provides succinct and targeted advice that effectively aligns with client priorities. His tenure as an in-house corporate lawyer for a tier 1 international infrastructure contractor has granted him profound insights into the Australian road and rail sectors. Johnathan has played a pivotal role as a project lawyer on major Sydney Metro rail projects, where he supported delivery teams, negotiated subcontract terms, ensured legislative compliance, responded to subcontractor claims, and drafted submissions on time extensions and variations. His proficiency in government procurement and bid team assistance, alongside crafting probity plans, underscores his vast expertise. In construction disputes, Johnathan has engaged in litigation before the NSW Supreme Court and the Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT), showcasing his adeptness with the Security of Payment Act for disputes valued up to $50 million. A trusted strategic advisor, his career foundation in a construction and engineering law firm complements his academic credentials—a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Business in Finance, graduating with distinction from the University of Technology Sydney. Recent career highlights include his involvement in projects like a $1.1 billion Sydney Metro station, success in adjudication proceedings on $50 million disputes, and leadership in educational initiatives on Security of Payment legislation, demonstrating his significant impact on Sydney’s infrastructure projects.