Construction lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm seeks a talented Non-Contentious Construction Associate with 4-8 PQE for their construction and projects team. This role offers the flexibility of remote working, excellent career development, and involvement in significant projects across various sectors including commercial real estate and infrastructure.

Benefits

Work-from-anywhere flexibility

Clear career progression path

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 4-8 years' PQE in non-contentious construction law.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts.
• Proactive and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate construction contracts (JCT, NEC, etc.).
• Advise on construction procurement strategies.
• Work on major UK and cross-border development projects.

Skills

Non-contentious construction

Contract drafting

Procurement strategies

Commercial awareness

Education

UK qualified lawyer

Job description

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A leading international law firm is looking to hire a talented Non-Contentious Construction Associate (4–8 PQE) to join its highly regarded construction and projects team, advising on top-tier development work across sectors including commercial real estate, infrastructure, energy, and life sciences.

The Role:

• You’ll work on major UK and cross-border development projects, acting for developers, funders, contractors, and public bodies.
• Drafting and negotiating standard form and bespoke construction contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC, EPC, etc.).
• Advising on procurement strategies, project structuring, and construction risk.
• Exposure to high-value, complex mandates with excellent partner access and client contact.

What’s on Offer:

• Work-from-anywhere flexibility: This firm offers full remote or hybrid working options.
• Excellent quality work without needing to be London-based.
• Clear career progression path and genuine investment in associate development.
• Collegiate and supportive team environment, with access to high-calibre clients and deals.

You will be:

• A UK-qualified construction lawyer with 4–8 years’ PQE.
• Experienced in non-contentious construction, with a strong grasp of contracts and procurement.
• Commercially minded, proactive, and collaborative in approach.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a construction lawyer seeking top-quality work and flexibility in how and where you deliver it.