Construction Solicitor

Brandon James Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Construction Solicitor to join a dynamic team renowned for handling complex construction disputes. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with clients across various sectors, providing comprehensive legal advice while gaining valuable commercial insights. The ideal candidate will have over three years of PQE in construction law, with a strong foundation in both contentious and non-contentious matters. This forward-thinking firm emphasizes career progression and offers a collaborative environment, making it an exciting opportunity for legal professionals passionate about the built environment sector.

Benefits

Annual bonuses up to 20%

Share save and incentive schemes

Private health cover

Electric and hybrid car scheme

25+ days annual leave plus flexible holiday options

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Strong culture of inclusion and social impact engagement

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in construction law with experience in contentious and non-contentious matters.
• Strong drafting skills and commercial awareness are essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on high-value construction disputes and projects.
• Engage in TCC litigation, adjudications, and contract negotiations.

Skills

Construction Law

Litigation

Adjudication

Contract Negotiation

Commercial Awareness

Drafting Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Tools

JCT Contracts

NEC Contracts

FIDIC Contracts

Job description

A well-established and multi-disciplinary professional services group is seeking a Construction Solicitor (3 years’ PQE+) to join their nationally recognised team. With a strong reputation across contentious, non-contentious, Surety, and Building Safety Act matters, the team continues to experience exceptional growth and demand across all areas of its practice.

The Construction Solicitor role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Construction Solicitor to work on high-value, complex, and technical construction disputes and projects. The successful Construction Solicitor will advise clients across the private and public sectors including developers, insurers, contractors, housebuilders and construction companies. Work will include TCC litigation, adjudications, contract negotiations, procurement advice and surety matters such as performance and retention bonds.

The team prides itself on cradle-to-grave involvement and works side-by-side with built environment professionals – giving the Construction Solicitor the chance to gain valuable commercial insight beyond legal advice alone.

The Construction Solicitor

The ideal Construction Solicitor will be 3+ years PQE, with experience across a broad spectrum of construction law, ideally including both contentious and non-contentious matters. Exposure to adjudication, litigation or arbitration processes will be beneficial. A working understanding of JCT, NEC or FIDIC contracts is essential.

Relevant qualifications include:

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent jurisdiction)

• Previous experience in a recognised construction law team

• Strong commercial awareness and excellent drafting skills

In Return?

The successful Construction Solicitor will enjoy a rewarding and collaborative working environment with a strong emphasis on career progression. Employees are supported from day one through a comprehensive learning and development programme.

The salary for this Construction Solicitor role is in the range of £55,000 – £75,000, depending on experience.

Additional benefits include:

• Annual bonuses of up to 20%

• Share save and incentive schemes

• Private health cover

• Electric and hybrid car scheme

• 25+ days annual leave plus flexible holiday options

• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

• A strong culture of inclusion and social impact engagement

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Construction Solicitor to be part of a forward-thinking team, delivering exceptional service while shaping the built environment sector.