Melissa Molloy
Clayton Utz
Melissa brings calm to complex negotiations — she focuses on what matters and helps everyone move forward.
– Client quote
Melissa is a construction and major projects specialist who supports clients through all stages of infrastructure delivery — from early planning and contract design to execution and project reset. Her advice is practical and grounded in deep experience across public and private sectors, particularly on linear infrastructure, transport systems, and energy transition projects. Clients value Melissa’s ability to bring clarity to complex procurement processes, often assisting clients design bespoke approaches that suit their unique risks, funding arrangements and stakeholders.
VicGrid: advising on major electricity transmission infrastructure projects required for the renewable energy transition.
Metro Tunnel Project: advising on the delivery of the Metro Tunnel Project, comprising a tunnels and stations PPP and two rail alliances.
Suburban Rail Loop: advising on the procurement and delivery of works packages for Suburban Rail Loop East.
Level crossing removal project: advising LXRP on its program of level crossing removal projects in Victoria.
National Intermodal: advising on procurement strategy and interface management for utility and rail infrastructure for the Beveridge Freight Terminal
Inland Rail*: advised a D&C subcontractor JV on negotiations on PPP and D&C Subcontract documents on the Inland Rail project.
Port of Hastings gas import project*: advised AGL on procurement strategy and documentation for its proposed floating gas storage and regasification unit at the Port of Hastings.
EnergyAustralia*: advised on procurement of various energy infrastructure projects, including the long terms services agreement for a hydrogen capable peaking gas plant.
*Experience prior to joining Clayton Utz