Construction Projects Lawyer

JMC Legal Recruitment; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and rapidly expanding firm seeks a Construction Solicitor with over 6 years of PQE to join their prestigious Edinburgh office. This role offers the chance to work on high-caliber projects, develop market-leading expertise in Construction Law, and enjoy a supportive work environment that fosters growth. With access to top-tier clients and a clear progression pathway, this opportunity is perfect for those eager to advance their careers while contributing to significant infrastructure developments. Join a team that values creativity, ambition, and employee well-being, and take the next step in your legal journey.

Benefits

Flexible working culture

Career development opportunities

Financial protection benefits

Generous holiday/leave entitlements

Exposure to top-tier clients

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE in Construction Law with a strong client relationship focus.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and support junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of legal construction matters and contribute to business development.
• Work on high-profile projects for FTSE 100 companies and major public bodies.

Skills

Construction Law

Client Relationship Management

Commercial Awareness

Business Development

Education

Qualified Solicitor (6+ PQE)

Job description

For solicitors looking to advance to a Senior Associate role with exposure to large-scale, exciting projects, a comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive working environment, this could be the perfect opportunity to elevate your career.

This rapidly expanding National firm boasts over 30 Legal 500 Tier 1 rankings and is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious legal brands in the UK. Their award-winning Construction team is seeking a Construction Solicitor (6+ PQE) to join their modern Edinburgh office.

The Firm
The firm enjoys a stellar reputation among both clients and employees. Its flat hierarchical structure, open and collaborative work environment, and premium client base have attracted some of the UK's top legal talent. These professionals have honed their expertise across multiple practice areas, earning numerous accolades from Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners as a firm and as individual practitioners.

The firm's commitment to a supportive and nurturing work environment is reflected in its strong financial growth, which has driven its expansion across the UK.

With an innovative, forward-thinking approach, the firm fosters ambition and creativity while ensuring client satisfaction without compromising employee well-being.

The client base includes some of the most prestigious companies and private individuals, offering lawyers the chance to work on high-calibre, large-scale projects that will showcase their legal expertise.

For those looking to strengthen their reputation and take a meaningful step forward in their career, this is a rare and valuable opportunity.

The Role
As part of this highly regarded Construction team, you will handle a wide range of legal construction matters. Supported by a team of highly skilled and experienced colleagues, you will develop your technical and client-facing skills as you benefit from a clear progression pathway.

Projects span massive infrastructure developments, energy and power generation, remediation contracts, and various legal issues that arise throughout the full construction lifecycle. Additionally, you will contribute to business development activities, including market analysis, writing articles, and delivering industry presentations.

Among the team's many high-profile clients are several FTSE 100 companies, major public bodies, and global organisations, with access to locally rooted work and projects of national and international significance.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to build market-leading expertise in Construction Law and make significant progress in your career.

The Ideal Candidate

• A Construction Solicitor with 6+ years of PQE
• Capable of managing a varied caseload and working with a range of clients, with a strong desire to build and nurture client relationships
• Commercially aware and knowledgeable about the current construction law landscape
• Motivated to progress your career and support junior team members with their development

What's on offer

• Working for a Top 50 firm with an award-winning culture
• An opportunity to develop a revered reputation in the construction sector
• Clear and quick progression potential
• A flexible working culture allows you to work in a way that best suits you
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality/high-value work
• First-rate career development opportunities
• Attractive salary
• Excellent package including financial protection benefits, well-being considerations and generous holiday/leave entitlements

Apply now for immediate consideration or contact Jules Grieve at 0131 460 7747/[e-mail] for a confidential chat.