Lawyer - Projects and Construction

William Fry; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

William Fry is seeking a dedicated senior lawyer to join our Projects & Construction team in Dublin. You will advise on construction, energy infrastructure, procurement, and related disputes while working on complex transactions across commercial development, infrastructure, transport, and M&A as part of a multidisciplinary firm.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years PQE, strong drafting and negotiation skills in RIAI, NEC and professional appointments, and a proven ability to mentor junior

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years PQE in construction, energy infrastructure, or major projects.
• Proven ability to draft/negotiate construction contracts (RIAI/NEC) and related documents.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on construction-related issues, procurement, disputes, extensions of time, and project financing.
• Draft and negotiate key contracts for diverse project types.
• Collaborate with other departments on construction aspects of transactions and development projects.

Skills

Drafting and negotiating construction/

Interpersonal skills

Client relationship management

Mentoring junior lawyers

Education

Qualified solicitor in Ireland

Job description

itle: Senior Associate

Department: Projects and Construction

William Fry is seeking a dedicated and ambitious senior lawyer to join our dynamic Projects & Construction team at our Dublin office. This team provides expert advice on a wide range of construction, energy, infrastructure, and procurement matters. In this role, you will engage in a variety of complex transactions across diverse sectors including commercial development, residential projects, infrastructure, transport, and energy. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with other departments, such as Real Estate, Banking, and Corporate, on construction-related aspects of transactions, disputes, development projects, financing, refinancing, and M&A transactions. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing, and supportive team and work with a broad client base while contributing to the firm's ongoing success.

The Role

In this role you will be responsible for

• Providing advice on a variety of construction-related legal issues, including project procurement, disputes, project management, mid-stream issues like extensions of time (EOT) and claims, negotiation of construction contracts, and agreements related to project financing and development, as well as construction elements in M&A transactions
• Drafting and negotiating key contracts and agreements for diverse project types.
• Participating in some of Ireland's largest and most complex construction projects, engaging with large Irish and global clients, including developers, contractors, and funders.

The Person

• You have a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience (PQE) within a reputable law firm or in-house legal team, with a focus on construction, energy infrastructure, and/or other major projects.
• You are proficient in drafting and negotiating construction contracts (especially RIAI, NEC, and professional appointments) and related documents, with a solid understanding of market requirements.
• ou possess strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• You are client focused and have a proven track record of building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• You are interested in mentoring and developing junior lawyers on the team.

William Fry

Established in 1847 by our founder William Fry, we have grown to become one of Ireland’s leading corporate law firms.

With a team comprising over 350 legal and tax professionals and a workforce of over 500, our reputation rests on our expertise in key practice areas such as Corporate and M&A, Banking & Finance, Litigation & Investigations, and beyond. Our client-focused service extends to leading corporations, financial institutions, and government organisations, driving us to handle complex transactions and disputes with excellence.

Our journey has taken us through different eras, each marked by challenges and accomplishments. From our origins on Middle Abbey Street to our current home in the dynamic Silicon Docks, our growth echoes the evolution of Ireland’s legal landscape.

William Fry’s legacy is not just in our history but in our present actions and future aspirations. We are here to empower businesses and individuals to achieve their full potential, no matter what challenges lie ahead.

Our story is one of growth, adaptability, and unwavering dedication to client success.

William Fry | Taking care of business since 1847.

William Fry is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting people from diverse backgrounds and building an inclusive culture which harnesses the unique perspectives and skills of our people to deliver award winning innovative solutions to our clients. We are proud to be accredited as Investors in Diversity by the Irish Centre for Diversity. Please let us know if you require specific arrangements during the recruitment process. We will do everything we can to support you. All information disclosed will be kept confidential.