Locum Construction Solicitor - In-House

Michael Page Legal; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment agency is seeking a Locum Construction Solicitor in the Midlands to advise on supply chain contracts for a significant industrial project. This role involves drafting and negotiating NEC contracts, providing legal support to teams, and managing disputes. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in construction law, particularly with NEC contracts. Flexible working arrangements may be offered.

Qualifications

• At least 5+ PQE in construction/infrastructure.
• Experienced in NEC3/NEC4 contract negotiation.
• Ability to deliver fast turnaround advice.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate supply chain and subcontract contracts.
• Ensure consistency in contractual terms across suppliers.
• Provide legal support to procurement and commercial teams.

Skills

Negotiating NEC contracts

Advising on risk allocation

Drafting supply chain contracts

Managing complex supply chain agreements

Education

Solicitor (or equivalent) with at least 5+ PQE in construction/infrastructure

Job description

We are seeking a Locum Construction Solicitor based in the Midlands to support a major, high‑visibility industrial build. You'll be advising on supply chain contracts, NEC negotiation, and driving contract strategy at pace.

Client Details

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.

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

Profile

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

Job 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.