Locum Construction Solicitor - In-House

Michael Page (UK); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK seeks a Locum Construction Solicitor for a landmark construction project in Birmingham. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of PQE and experience in NEC contracts. This role offers a competitive day rate of £450-£550 and flexible working arrangements, set within a project management environment. Immediate start for 6 to 12 months.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Hands-on role in high-profile projects

Exposure to senior stakeholders

Qualifications

• At least 5+ PQE in construction/infrastructure.
• Comfortable working under pressure.
• Experience managing complex supply chain agreements.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, negotiating, and advising on contracts.
• Providing legal support to procurement teams.
• Monitoring contract compliance and advising on disputes.

Skills

Negotiating NEC contracts

Drafting and negotiation

Stakeholder management

Risk allocation expertise

Supply chain management

Education

Solicitor or equivalent qualification

Job description

• Join a landmark, high‑impact construction project
• Earn £400‑£550/day in the Midlands, 6-12 month contract

About Our Client

Our client is an industry leader, delivering one of the UK’s most significant projects from the Midlands. Operating at national scale, the organisation is backed by substantial capital investment and works in collaboration with government, private sector and technical partners.

Job Description

The Locum Construction Solicitor will be:

• Drafting, negotiating and advising on supply chain and subcontract contracts (especially NEC forms)
• Advising on risk allocation, change control and compensation events
• Providing legal support to procurement and commercial teams
• Ensuring consistency and governance of contractual terms across suppliers
• Reviewing supplier sub‑contracts, design/works interfaces, and collateral warranties
• Managing contractual dispute avoidance and escalation as needed
• Liaising with project leadership, commercial, procurement and technical leads
• Monitoring contract compliance and advising on mitigation strategies

The Successful Applicant

The Locum Construction Solicitor should be:

• A solicitor (or equivalent) with at least 5+ PQE in construction / infrastructure
• Experienced in negotiating NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4)
• Comfortable working under pressure and delivering fast turnaround advice
• Skilled in managing complex supply chain agreements
• Commercially minded, with excellent drafting, negotiation and stakeholder skills
• Able to work collaboratively and adapt within a project environment

What's on Offer

• Day rate: £450-£550/day
• Contract term: 6 to 12 months, ASAP start
• Hands‑on role on a high stakes, high profile industrial project
• Exposure to major supply chain / infrastructure work
• Opportunity to work alongside senior legal, commercial and technical stakeholders
• Flexible working arrangements (within project constraints) where possible

If you're an experienced Construction Solicitor with NEC and supply chain expertise, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.