Senior Interim Construction (Contentious) Solicitor – Glasgow / Edinburgh / Aberdeen

Frasia Wright Associates; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Frasiа Wright Associates, a leading Scottish law firm, seeks an experienced Contentious Construction Solicitor for an interim period (minimum 3 months). Flexible to be based in Glasgow, Edinburgh, or Aberdeen, you will handle high-value construction disputes and advise on complex matters across adjudications, litigation, and arbitration.

The role targets lawyers with at least five years’ post-qualification experience in contentious construction, offering an opportunity to contribute in a

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with extensive experience in contentious construction matters.
• Experience managing a varied caseload of disputes including adjudications, litigation and arbitration.
• Ability to provide commercially focused advice to clients in high-stakes projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of construction disputes (adjudications, litigation and arbitration).
• Provide commercially focused legal advice to clients on contentious construction matters.
• Work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with value placed on practical outcomes.

Skills

Contentious construction law

Dispute resolution

Adjudications

Litigation

Arbitration

Commercial advice

Education

Qualified Solicitor (UK)

Job description

A leading Scottish law firm is looking for an experienced Contentious Construction Solicitor to join its highly regarded team on an interim basis (minimum 3 months). With flexibility to be based in Glasgow, Edinburgh, or Aberdeen, this role offers the opportunity to work on some of the most complex and high-value construction disputes in the country.

The firm’s construction practice is recognised as one of the largest and most respected in Scotland, advising clients across the full lifecycle of major infrastructure and development projects.

The team is known for its strategic approach and deep sector knowledge, regularly acting for contractors, developers, funders, and public sector bodies on contentious matters involving roads, hospitals, schools, energy assets, and commercial developments.

The successful candidate will be expected to manage a varied caseload of disputes, including adjudications, litigation, and arbitration, and provide commercially focused advice to clients.

You will be joining a collaborative and fast-paced environment where your expertise will be valued, and your contribution will make a real impact.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with at least five years' post-qualification experience in contentious construction law to step into a dynamic role with a top-tier firm.