Senior Associate - Projects & Construction

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Associate in Projects & Construction to join their Birmingham team. This role offers the chance to work on landmark infrastructure projects and collaborate with a diverse client base, including developers and public sector bodies. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with a passion for construction law, ready to provide expert advice on risk management and procurement. Join a team that values technical excellence and client relationships, contributing to high-profile initiatives in the Midlands and beyond.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction law.
• Excellent technical skills and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on construction contracts and risk management.
• Engage in non-contentious construction work and support decarbonisation projects.

Skills

Construction Law

Risk Management

Procurement

Client Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Strong Academic Record

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Senior Associate - Projects & Construction, Birmingham

Company Overview

Construction is central to our business. Our award-winning construction practice is a leader in the construction legal field, handling landmark national infrastructure projects and complex regeneration deals across the globe. We provide comprehensive services for contentious and non-contentious construction/engineering matters, from initial structuring and procurement advice to dispute resolution through adjudication, litigation, arbitration, or ADR.

Our team integrates with colleagues in real estate, tax, planning, procurement, energy, and sustainability, combining legal excellence with commercial acumen. Many team members are ranked as experts by Chambers UK and the Legal 500.

Location and Client Base

Based in Birmingham, our specialist construction lawyers serve a diverse client base including developers, contractors, Registered Providers, and public sector bodies. We collaborate with our UK offices to meet client needs and are committed to regional and national projects, with a focus on high-profile Midlands initiatives.

Role Overview

We seek high-quality construction lawyers passionate about their local regions, eager to contribute to our success both nationally and locally. Responsibilities include:

• Providing advice on risk management, construction contracts, procurement, development, and asset management.
• Engaging in non-contentious construction work, including advising on decarbonisation projects and infrastructure schemes.
• Supporting clients in public and private sectors, including public sector decarbonisation and housing development projects.
• Conducting due diligence for real estate, corporate, and banking transactions.
• Building strong client relationships and participating in marketing initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified solicitor with at least 5 years' experience in construction law.
• Demonstrate excellent technical skills, commercial awareness, and a strong client focus.
• Possess excellent communication skills, credibility, and a disciplined, organized approach.
• Be a team player with a strong academic record.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and conduct employment screening as part of our recruitment process.