Construction Associate / Senior Associate

JMC Legal Recruitment; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK law firm in Cardiff is seeking a Construction Associate/Senior Associate to support a diverse pipeline of construction work. The successful candidate will work closely with partners and junior lawyers and may have the opportunity to manage their own cases. Familiarity with JCT and NEC contracts and the ability to handle adjudication and litigation are essential. This firm promotes a collaborative work environment with a strong focus on professional development and offers a flexible, hybrid working model.

Responsibilities

• Support growing pipeline of contentious and non-contentious construction work.
• Work closely with partners and junior lawyers.
• Opportunity to manage own matters based on experience.

Skills

4+ years PQE

Familiar with standard forms of construction contracts

Sound technical knowledge

Commercially minded and practical

Personable and confident communicator

Comfortable delivering presentations and training

Strong IT skills

Team player with interest in business development

Job description

Role overview

Construction Associate / Senior Associate

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Construction Associate / Senior Associate

About the Team

The team advises a diverse client base, including central and local government, developers, contractors, funders, housebuilders, housing associations, banks, and construction professionals. It also works closely with technical consultants across the construction and engineering sectors, handling both transactional matters and disputes.

Notable recent work includes representing a national government in a high-profile infrastructure dispute and advising on contracts related to a major UK nuclear power project. Clients include leading developers, contractors, financial institutions, and public sector organisations.

The Role

This role is ideal for an Associate or Senior Associate looking to support a growing pipeline of both contentious and non-contentious construction work. The successful candidate will work closely with partners and junior lawyers and may have the opportunity to manage their own matters, depending on experience.

The position requires familiarity with JCT and NEC standard form contracts and confidence in dealing with adjudication and litigation .

The team promotes a collaborative, friendly and ambitious working environment, with a strong focus on professional development, client service and work-life balance. A flexible, hybrid working model is in place to support individual and team needs.

Skills & Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE
• Familiar with standard forms of construction contracts
• Sound technical knowledge
• Commercially minded and practical
• Personable and confident communicator
• Comfortable delivering presentations and training (with support)
• Strong IT skills
• Team player with an interest in business development and networking

About the Firm

Based in Cardiff , the firm is a full-service UK law firm with a strong reputation for securing positive outcomes for clients and for its commitment to both legal excellence and community engagement.