Construction Solicitor – 4–6 PQE – Berkshire (Non-Contentious Focus)

Origin Legal; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Origin Legal in Reading (hybrid working available) seeks a Construction Solicitor with 4–6 years’ PQE in non-contentious construction law to join their Thames Valley team. You will advise on contracts and related documents, support development projects, and help grow the firm’s construction offering.

The role offers a collaborative, progressive culture with hybrid working and cross-team collaboration across real estate, commercial and corporate teams.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years’ experience in non-contentious construction law.
• Strong understanding of standard form contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC).
• Experience drafting and negotiating bespoke amendments to construction documents.
• Ability to review consultant appointments, warranties, novations, and related documents.
• Knowledge of UK procurement, H&S legislation, insurance, and risk allocation.
• Some exposure to contentious matters such as disputes and adjudications.
• Comfortable with business development and managing client relationships.
• A proactive and collaborative approach with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advising on and drafting construction contracts, appointments, warranties, and guarantees.
• Supporting real estate, commercial and corporate teams on development projects.
• Helping to grow the firm’s construction offering in the Thames Valley and beyond.
• Playing a visible role in business development and cross-team collaboration.

Skills

Non-contentious construction law

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Client relationship management

Business development

Strong communication

Job description

Construction Solicitor – 4–6 PQE – Thames Valley (Non-Contentious Focus)

Location: Reading (Hybrid working available)
Salary: Competitive / DOE
Practice Area: Construction Law (Non-Contentious & Some Contentious)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

I’m working with a modern and forward-thinking commercial law firm in the Thames Valley that is looking to grow its specialist Construction team with the hire of a Construction Solicitor, ideally with 4–6 years’ PQE and a focus on non-contentious work.

This is an exciting role for a lawyer looking to take the next step in their construction law career, joining a close-knit team with big ambitions. While the majority of the work is non-contentious, you’ll also have the opportunity to get involved in contentious matters, so some prior experience on both sides is ideal.

You’ll be advising developers, contractors, funders, and consultants on a wide range of transactional construction matters, and will work closely with the wider real estate, commercial, and corporate teams across the firm.

What they’re looking for:

• 4–6 years’ experience in non-contentious construction law
• Strong understanding of standard form contracts including JCT, NEC, and FIDIC
• Experience drafting and negotiating bespoke amendments to construction documents
• Confident reviewing consultant appointments, warranties, novations, and related documents
• Knowledge of UK procurement, H&S legislation, insurance, and risk allocation
• Some exposure to contentious matters such as disputes and adjudications
• Comfortable with business development and managing client relationships
• A proactive and collaborative approach with strong communication skills

The role includes:

• Advising on and drafting construction contracts, appointments, warranties, and guarantees
• Supporting real estate, commercial and corporate teams on development projects
• Helping to grow the firm’s construction offering in the Thames Valley and beyond
• Playing a visible role in business development and cross-team collaboration

Why consider this role?
You’ll join a firm that combines high-quality work with a supportive and modern working culture. Flexible and hybrid working is on offer, alongside clear progression opportunities and a chance to build something with real impact.