Senior Construction Solicitor

Harper James
Senior Construction Solicitor

Senior Construction Solicitor (8+ years PQE) sought to support our Commercial Property Team on a part time basis. This role is ideal for a solicitor with extensive experience in non-contentious construction matters. You will work on a diverse range of projects for clients across multiple sectors, including drafting, negotiating, and amending various construction contracts, as well as providing legal support on projects.

What we are looking for

• Advise clients on standard form and bespoke construction contracts, including JCT, NEC, FIDIC and related documentation.
• Draft, review, and negotiate collateral warranties, third party rights schedules, and letters of reliance for commercial property developments.
• Prepare and negotiate professional appointments for design and consultancy teams (architects, engineers, project managers, etc.).
• Provide strategic legal advice to commercial property teams and clients at all project stages, from procurement to completion.
• Collaborate with colleagues in commercial property and corporate advising on construction risk and due diligence.
• Support transactional work, including development agreements, and sale and purchase transactions, advising on construction aspects.
• Manage relationships with clients and an ability to deliver practical and commercial solutions.

The bottom line

• This is an opportunity to play a fundamental part in the growth of the construction practice.
• Work where and when you want.
• An environment with no politics, no bureaucracy and a great team of people who all play a fundamental part in the success and continued growth of the business.
• Competitive salary and bonus.
• 33 days holiday, including public holidays FTE.
• Option to buy up to 5 holiday days a year FTE.
• Private Healthcare
• Death in service benefit.
• Access to our electric car scheme.
• Flexible working as part of a fully remote but collaborative team.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE