Senior Construction Contracts Lawyer - Remote (Interim)

Panoramic Associates; West Midlands Combined Authority; Remote; GBP 82,656 - 89,544; Part time

Job summary

A public sector consulting firm is looking for a Senior Commercial Contracts / Construction Lawyer for interim support. This role involves advising on large-scale construction contracts and providing wider commercial contracts support. Candidates should have strong experience in construction law and excellent communication skills. The position is full-time with a pay rate of up to £65 per hour. The role is mostly remote with some in-person meetings preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in construction law with JCT and NEC contracts.
• Solid background in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Confidence in client communication and clear progress reporting.
• Experience with local government governance and member engagement.

Responsibilities

• Draft large-scale construction contracts and advise clients.
• Support projects via regional frameworks and arm's-length organizations.
• Provide commercial contract support alongside construction work.
• Engage with clients and manage project delivery risks.

Skills

Construction law expertise (JCT, NEC, call-offs)

Commercial contracts background

Strong communication skills

Experience with arm's-length organisations

Local government experience

Wider commercial experience

Job description

A public sector consulting firm is looking for a Senior Commercial Contracts / Construction Lawyer for interim support. This role involves advising on large-scale construction contracts and providing wider commercial contracts support. Candidates should have strong experience in construction law and excellent communication skills. The position is full-time with a pay rate of up to £65 per hour. The role is mostly remote with some in-person meetings preferred but not mandatory.