Construction Solicitor

Michael Page Legal; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking a Construction Solicitor to join their team in Edinburgh or Glasgow. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years PQE and will lead on major construction deals. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £70,000, along with performance-based bonuses and additional benefits such as hybrid working, mentoring, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Pension and life assurance

26+ days' holiday

Volunteering days

Private medical benefits

Lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' PQE in non-contentious construction.
• Confident on a range of construction documents and negotiations.
• Eager to grow their profile within a leading team.

Responsibilities

• Lead on construction aspects of major real estate and regeneration deals.
• Advise on development agreements and contracts.
• Support energy and engineering projects.

Skills

Advising on construction documents

Negotiation skills

Commercial awareness

Proactivity

Education

Solicitor or equivalent with at least 2 years' PQE

Job description

This is a rare chance to accelerate your legal career as a Construction Solicitor in one of the UK's most respected non-contentious teams. Based in Edinburgh or Glasgow, you'll work on high-profile, complex development and infrastructure deals across the UK including landmark regeneration, energy transition, and cutting-edge clean tech projects. You'll work alongside industry-leading lawyers on mandates that genuinely shape the built environment.

Client Details

Our client is a top-ranked commercial law firm with a national footprint and a standout reputation in energy, real estate, and infrastructure. Known for their award-winning culture, they offer a progressive, collaborative environment backed by Platinum-level Investors in People status. Lawyers here enjoy structured career development, supportive mentoring, and the kind of client exposure that opens doors, whether your ambition lies in partnership or a specialist technical path. This is a high-calibre firm where you won't get lost in the crowd and your work will make a visible impact.

Description

• Leading on the construction aspects of major real estate and regeneration deals
• Advising on development agreements, JCT/NEC contracts, bonds, guarantees, and professional appointments
• Supporting energy and engineering projects across onshore wind, hydro, solar, battery storage and more
• Collaborating closely with developers, funders, contractors, consultants and public bodies
• Working alongside a highly ranked team on nationally significant infrastructure work

Profile

• A solicitor or equivalent with at least 2 years' PQE in non-contentious construction
• Confident advising on a range of construction documents and negotiations
• Commercially minded, proactive, and comfortable working on complex, multi-party deals
• Eager to grow their profile within a leading, ambitious team

Job Offer

• £55,000-£70,000 base salary
• Performance-based bonus
• Pension, life assurance, 26+ days' holiday, volunteering days, private medical, and lifestyle benefits
• Hybrid working, top-tier tech, and access to major deals across the UK
• Industry-recognised mentoring and development, plus real scope for career progression in a top-ranked team
• If you're an experienced Construction Solicitor ready for your next move, apply now or contact James Hitti for more information.