via reed · 26 May 2026 ·11 days ago

Construction Solicitor

Law Staff Limited
St. Albans Full-time GBP 70,000 – 90,000
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We are seeking an experienced Construction Solicitor 4+ years PQE with a strong track record in construction work. In return our Client offers flexible working, a high quality working environment with scope for growth plus more benefits.

Essential experience for this Construction Solicitor vacancy:

  • Advise clients on a wide range of non-contentious and contentious construction matters, including litigation, adjudication, arbitration, mediation, expert determination, and insurance-related claims.

  • Work with developers, property owners, contractors, consultants, and insurers across both public and private sectors.

  • Take ownership of your caseload, contribute to strategic direction, and build relationships with longstanding and new clients.

  • Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to team development.

  • Collaborate across the firm to deliver integrated, high-quality legal solutions.

  • Work autonomously, supported by a culture that values excellence, openness, and ambition.

Other experience required for this Construction Solicitor role:
  • Experience in litigation in the Technology & Construction Court, adjudication, arbitrations, and ADR mechanisms.

  • Proven knowledge of standard industry contracts: JCT, NEC, FIDIC.

  • Demonstrable experience of interpreting, drafting and advising on both standard and bespoke contracts.

  • Technical, analytical and drafting skills.

  • Previous work with expert technical evidence (engineering, quantity surveying, etc.).

  • Project management and case management skills, ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines, and budgets.

  • Commercial awareness, giving advice that shows an appreciation of cost/benefit, risk, and client sensitivities, as well as a pragmatic approach to strategy.

  • Excellent communication skills (written & oral), evident in your interactions with clients, colleagues, experts, counsel, etc.

Benefits for this Construction Solicitor vacancy:
  • Salary of between £70,000 to £90,000 DOE

  • Pension scheme

  • Flexible working

  • A step up from your current firm, with more autonomy and responsibility

  • A balanced, high-quality work environment, with scope for growth

  • A role where your expertise is valued, and you can make a visible impact

For more information regarding this Construction Solicitor role, please contact Marcus Stevens, quoting reference 37547.

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