Construction & Projects Associate

Join a market-leading international practice and advise on the development and delivery of major construction and infrastructure projects. You’ll handle sophisticated front-end work for prominent clients, gain meaningful responsibility and collaborate with specialists across an international network.

A leading international law firm is seeking a talented non-contentious Construction Lawyer to join its highly regarded team in London.

You will:

Advise on the procurement and delivery of major construction and engineering projects

Draft and negotiate construction contracts, consultant appointments, warranties and related project documentation

Advise on standard-form and bespoke contracts, including JCT, NEC and FIDIC

Support clients with procurement strategy, contractual structures and risk allocation

Work across sectors including infrastructure, energy, real estate and transport

Collaborate with colleagues across multiple practice areas and international offices

Build strong relationships with developers, investors, contractors, funders and other project stakeholders

The ideal candidate will have:

3-7 years’ PQE, or equivalent experience

Strong front-end construction experience gained within a recognised practice

Experience drafting and negotiating construction and engineering documentation

Excellent technical, drafting and communication skills

A practical and commercially focused approach

The ability to manage complex matters and work collaboratively

E&W qualificaiton is preferred, but candidate qualified in common law jurisdictions will also be considered

Why?

High-quality domestic and international projects

Sophisticated, varied front-end construction work

Direct exposure to prominent clients

Lean, visible team

Genuine responsibility and clear opportunities for progression

A supportive and collaborative working environment

Top of the market renumeration

All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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