Construction Associate, 2PQE+

Addleshaw Goddard; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Addleshaw Goddard's Dublin construction team is seeking a 2 PQE+ lawyer to join our expanding practice. You will advise government bodies, developers, funders and contractors on non-contentious and contentious construction work across infrastructure, energy and projects.

You will draft building contracts, consultant appointments, warranties and development agreements, assist with disputes including adjudications and litigation, and build strong client relationships while developing your

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience advising on construction matters (non-contentious and contentious).
• Strong drafting and consultative approach for clear commercial advice and documents.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Advise on procurement, dispute avoidance and dispute resolution for construction matters.
• Draft and advise on building contracts, consultant appointments, warranties and development agreements across sectors.
• Assist with management of construction disputes, including adjudications, conciliations and litigation.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by providing practical, high-quality legal advice.
• Take on early responsibility within a supportive, high-performing team and develop technical expertise.

Skills

Construction law

Drafting

Stakeholder management

Client relationships

Time management

Job description

With new and exciting client mandates, our high performing Construction team is looking for a 2 PQE + lawyer to join our expanding Dublin practice.

You will act for a number of large corporate entities, developers, contractors and banks supporting a variety of non-contentious and contentious construction work including infrastructure, energy and projects.

What You'll Do:

• Support a broad range of construction matters, advising government bodies, developers, funders, contractors and other stakeholders on project procurement, dispute avoidance and dispute resolution.
• Draft and advise on a variety of construction documentation, including building contracts, consultant appointments, warranties and development agreements across sectors such as living, offices, retail, life sciences, energy and industrial.
• Assist with the management of construction disputes, including adjudications, conciliations and litigation, while managing large volumes of documentation with accuracy and organisation.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by providing practical, high-quality legal advice, managing expectations and collaborating closely with colleagues on complex, high-value matters.
• Take on early responsibility within a supportive, high-performing team, with opportunities to lead on matters and develop your technical expertise and career.

Who We're Looking For:

• At least 2+ years' experience advising on construction matters, with a desire to take the next step in your career.
• Strong drafting skills and a thorough, consultative approach, with the ability to produce clear, commercially focused legal advice and documentation.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience building relationships with clients and colleagues at all levels.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple matters, prioritise effectively and remain calm under pressure while delivering an exceptional client service.
• A proactive, ambitious and curious approach, with a genuine enthusiasm for continuous learning and understanding clients' commercial objectives.

Why Choose Us?

Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are not just valued but encouraged to reach your full potential. Our culture promotes improvement, growth, and collaboration, making us the natural choice for top-tier clients. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees.