Construction Solicitor

G2legal; Chester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

G2legal is assisting a well-established regional law firm in Chester to hire a Junior Construction Solicitor for its construction team. The role targets candidates with 0-4 PQE who will work with an experienced Partner and gain exposure to a broad range of construction matters.

The successful candidate will handle both contentious and non-contentious work, advising on contracts, variations, and disputes, with a view to developing a rounded, technically proficient practice.

Qualifications

• 0-4 years' PQE in construction law.
• Experience in both contentious and non-contentious construction matters.
• Experience with JCT and standard form contracts.
• Exposure to construction claims and disputes.
• Ability to provide commercially focused advice to clients.

Responsibilities

• Advising on a broad range of construction contracts and documentation
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating construction agreements
• Working with JCT and other standard form contracts
• Advising on variations, extensions of time, payment provisions, termination and contractual risk
• Assisting with construction claims and disputes
• Supporting adjudications and other forms of construction dispute resolution
• Advising clients throughout the lifecycle of construction projects
• Working closely with clients and other professional advisers to provide commercially focused advice

Skills

Construction contracts

Contract drafting

Negotiation

JCT contracts

Dispute resolution

Client liaison

Commercial advice

Job description

NQ Construction Solicitor - Chester

A well-established and highly regarded regional law firm is looking to strengthen its Construction team in Chester with the appointment of a Solicitor at 0-4 PQE.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Junior Construction Lawyer looking to develop their career within a specialist team, working closely with an experienced Partner and gaining exposure to a broad range of construction matters.

The team acts for a diverse client base including developers, landowners, main contractors, subcontractors, funders, employers and professional consultants. The work covers both contentious and non-contentious construction matters, giving the successful candidate the opportunity to develop a well-rounded practice.

The role will include:

• Advising on a broad range of construction contracts and documentation
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating construction agreements
• Working with JCT and other standard form contracts
• Advising on variations, extensions of time, payment provisions, termination and contractual risk
• Assisting with construction claims and disputes
• Supporting adjudications and other forms of construction dispute resolution
• Advising clients throughout the lifecycle of construction projects
• Working closely with clients and other professional advisers to provide commercially focused advice

The role offers the opportunity to work directly alongside an experienced Construction Partner, gaining exposure to quality work and a varied client base while continuing to develop technically and commercially.