Construction Solicitor (1–3 PQE) – Bristol, Hybrid

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension

Bonus scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Construction Solicitor (1-3 PQE) for a Bristol-based role with hybrid flexibility. You will advise on construction contracts, support major development and infrastructure projects, and work with government bodies, NHS Trusts and private developers.

The role offers a clear path to specialist non-contentious practice within a market-leading team. The firm provides a collaborative culture, strong progression opportunities and a market-leading benefits package, including

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ PQE in construction (non contentious or mixed).
• Strong drafting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a busy, high performing team.
• Interest in developing specialist expertise in non contentious construction.
• Experience coordinating advice with colleagues across other disciplines (desirable).
• Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with clients.
• A proactive, commercial and solutions focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Advising on construction and engineering contracts (JCT, NEC and bespoke forms)
• Supporting major development, regeneration and capital projects
• Drafting and negotiating appointments, warranties, bonds and related documentation
• Advising government departments, NHS Trusts, local authorities, housing associations and private developers
• Working on large scale national programmes including hospitals, housing schemes, education projects and infrastructure delivery
• Supporting senior lawyers on complex matters while developing your own caseload

Skills

PQE 1-3 yrs

Drafting skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Non-contentious focus

Client communication

Proactive commercial approach

Job description

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Construction Solicitor (1-3 PQE) for a Bristol-based role with hybrid flexibility. You will advise on construction contracts, support major development and infrastructure projects, and work with government bodies, NHS Trusts and private developers.

The role offers a clear path to specialist non-contentious practice within a market-leading team. The firm provides a collaborative culture, strong progression opportunities and a market-leading benefits package, including