Construction Associate - Bristol - 2-6 Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Construction Associate in Bristol with 2-6 years’ PQE to join its leading non-contentious construction team. The role offers exposure to major national infrastructure and development projects and a clear path to develop specialist expertise.

You will manage and support a varied caseload, drafting and negotiating contracts, and working closely with energy and infrastructure clients while contributing to business growth.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with experience in non-contentious construction.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Versatile across project types and sectors.
• Interest in energy, renewables, infrastructure or UK development work.
• Strong project management and ability to handle complex matters.
• Excellent communication and collaborative working style.

Responsibilities

• Advise on UK infrastructure projects across energy, renewables, social infrastructure, regeneration and commercial development.
• Draft and negotiate complex construction contracts.
• Provide procurement advice and legal project management support.
• Work closely with contentious construction, major projects, energy, real estate, banking and project finance teams.
• Manage matters across commercial, residential, mixed use, logistics and industrial sectors.
• Contribute to business development and sector initiatives.

Skills

Non-contentious construction

Drafting & negotiation

Project management

Energy/renewables exposure

Team coordination

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Construction Associate – Bristol – 2-6 Years PQE

Location: Bristol

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £75,000 to £95,000 (DOE)

A highly regarded national firm is seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious Construction Associate to join its leading non contentious construction team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work on major national infrastructure and development projects while developing your own practice within a progressive, expanding team.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing and supporting a varied caseload of non contentious construction matters, including:

• Advising on major UK infrastructure projects across energy, renewables, social infrastructure, regeneration and commercial development
• Drafting and negotiating complex construction contracts (bespoke and industry standard forms)
• Providing procurement advice and legal project management support
• Working closely with contentious construction, major projects, energy, real estate, banking and project finance teams
• Acting for leading clients including developers, housebuilders, funders, energy companies and national infrastructure bodies
• Supporting the continued growth of the non contentious construction practice
• Managing matters across multiple sectors including commercial, residential, mixed use, logistics and industrial
• Contributing to business development and sector focused initiatives

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• Experience in non contentious construction work (training contract seat or post qualification)
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Versatility across a range of project types and sectors
• Interest in energy, renewables, infrastructure or UK development work
• Strong project management skills and ability to handle complex matters
• Motivation to contribute to sector growth and develop specialist expertise
• Excellent communication and collaborative working style

Benefits

• Competitive salary and generous benefits
• Multi award winning career development programme
• Early responsibility and high quality client exposure
• Robust technical training and tailored skills developmentSupportive, collaborative and people centred culture
• Clear progression pathways based on contribution and potential

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

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The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network to achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.