Construction lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a Non-Contentious Construction Associate with 4-8 years PQE to join its projects team. The role involves working on significant development projects, negotiating contracts, and advising on procurement strategies. This position offers full remote or hybrid working options and a clear career progression path, making it an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer looking for flexibility and high-quality work.

Benefits

Work-from-anywhere flexibility

Clear career progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of experience as a UK-qualified construction lawyer.
• Strong understanding of contracts and procurement strategies.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Contract negotiation

Education

UK qualification in law

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.