Solicitor - Construction - Cardiff - 4+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Cardiff is seeking a Solicitor specializing in Construction. The successful candidate will advise clients on a variety of construction matters, draft contracts, and manage disputes. This role requires 4+ years of PQE in construction law and offers a hybrid working environment. Applicants should possess excellent drafting and negotiation skills, as well as a strong commercial awareness. Competitive salary between £55,000 and £80,000 plus bonuses.

Benefits

Clear career progression

Collaboration in a diverse team

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE in construction law (UK-based).
• Strong experience in non-contentious construction work.
• Experience or genuine interest in contentious construction matters.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating various construction contracts.
• Advising on procurement strategy and regulatory compliance.
• Managing disputes involving defects, delays, and payment issues.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Interpersonal skills

Client relationship building

Education

4+ years PQE in construction law

Job description

Solicitor – Construction – Cardiff – 4+ Years PQE

Location: Cardiff (with hybrid flexibility)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £55,000 to £80,000 + Bonus

The Role

You’ll be responsible for advising a broad client base—including developers, contractors, consultants, funders and public‑sector bodies—on a wide range of construction matters, including:

• Drafting and negotiating JCT, NEC, FIDIC and bespoke construction contracts
• Advising on procurement strategy, risk allocation and regulatory compliance
• Supporting project delivery and contract administration
• Managing disputes involving defects, delays, payment issues and professional negligence
• Acting in adjudications, arbitrations, mediations and TCC litigation
• Collaborating with Real Estate, Corporate, Banking and Commercial teams
• Preparing legal submissions and supporting partners in complex disputes
• Contributing to business development and internal training initiatives

Candidate Requirements

• 4+ years PQE in construction law (UK‑based)
• Strong experience in non‑contentious construction work
• Experience or genuine interest in contentious construction matters
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and analytical skills
• Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to problem‑solving
• Strong interpersonal and client relationship‑building abilities
• Enthusiasm for mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to team development

Benefits

• Balanced exposure to both contentious and non‑contentious construction work
• High‑value, complex projects across diverse sectors
• A collaborative and inclusive team environment
• Clear career progression and professional development support
• Hybrid working arrangements

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network to achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or any other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.