Construction Solicitor

BCL Legal; North East; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BCL Legal in Newcastle is seeking a Construction Solicitor (1-7 PQE) to join its established team in the North East. The role focuses on non‑contentious work for a diverse client base across the North East, the UK and internationally, handling projects for investors, funders, developers, contractors, consultants and subcontractors.

You will advise on NEC and JCT contracts, professional appointments and collateral warranties, with opportunities for business development and career progression

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 PQE in construction.
• Strong non-contentious construction experience.
• Experience advising on NEC and JCT contracts, professional appointments and collateral warranties.
• Interest in business development and career progression.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-contentious construction advice and drafting of contracts.
• Assist with business development and client relationship building.
• Work with investors, funders, developers, contractors and consultants.

Skills

Non-contentious construction

Business development

Career progression

Job description

CONSTRUCTION SOLICITOR - NEWCASTLE - 1-7 PQE

An established and highly regarded construction, engineering and projects team is seeking a solicitor with a minimum of 1 PQE to join its growing practice in Newcastle.

The team advises a diverse client base across the North East, the wider UK and internationally, acting for investors, funders, developers, contractors, consultants and subcontractors on a broad range of complex and high-profile matters.

The successful candidate will have strong non-contentious construction experience and a genuine interest in business development and career progression. Experience advising on industry-standard construction documentation, including NEC and JCT contracts, professional appointments and collateral warranties, is essential.

While the role is primarily focused on non-contentious work, candidates with a combination of contentious and non-contentious construction experience are also encouraged to apply.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.