Senior Contentious Construction and Engineering Solicitor – Edinburgh / Glasgow

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Scottish law firm is looking for a Senior Contentious Construction and Engineering Solicitor to join their team in Edinburgh or Glasgow. The role involves advising public and private sector clients on various disputes, requiring expertise in construction law and strong client management skills. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth within a dynamic firm, alongside a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ PQE in construction law.
• Strong background in both contentious and non-contentious legal issues.
• Excellent client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on disputes in the construction and engineering industry.
• Utilise mediation, adjudication, litigation, and arbitration processes.
• Work closely with construction and engineering lawyers.

Skills

Client management

Construction law

Dispute resolution

Education

Qualified solicitor (minimum 4 years' PQE)

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Senior Contentious Construction and Engineering Solicitor – Edinburgh / Glasgow, Edinburgh

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

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Job Description:

Our client, a highly regarded full-service Scottish law firm, is seeking a senior lawyer to join its Construction and Engineering team in either Edinburgh or Glasgow. The team has built a strong reputation for excellence, supported by decades of experience in the sector.

This rewarding role involves working closely with both contentious and non-contentious Construction and Engineering lawyers, as well as colleagues in the wider dispute resolution team. You will advise public and private sector clients in the construction and engineering industry on a variety of disputes, utilising processes such as mediation, adjudication, litigation, and arbitration.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years’ PQE, a strong background in construction law, excellent client management skills, and the ability to handle complex legal issues in both advisory and contentious contexts.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic firm, offering a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Should this role be of interest, please do not hesitate to contact either Cameron or Frasia for an initial, confidential discussion. (Assignment 17119)