Associate - Construction

Job Details

This is a chance to join a rapidly growing team within a highly reputable City firm. If you're an ambitious Construction & Projects Associate with 2-4 years of PQE looking to thrive in a full-service construction law team, this could be an excellent match.

This role will focus on non-contentious work, however, you will have many opportunities to support in a wide variety of work including contentious matters, so this role could suit someone looking for a pure non contentious role or a mixed role.

The Firm / Department

Ranked as a leader in its field, this Top 50 law firm's full-service construction team offers both transactional advice and dispute resolution services for large-scale construction and engineering projects across the UK and internationally.
It is particularly well regarded for advising a diverse client base which ranges from real estate developers, housebuilders, property investment companies, contractors and subcontractors, to major engineering consultancies.

The team also supports private clients involved in high-value residential construction projects.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a Construction, Engineering & Projects Associate (2-4 PQE) to join a respected, collaborative London-based team where non-contentious work is emphasised, but there is flexibility to support a wide variety of both non-contentious and contentious matters.
You will enjoy a significant level of personal responsibility and direct client contact, working in an environment that values teamwork and support.
Responsibilities include:

• Advising government bodies, sponsors, funders, developers, employers, constructors, subcontractors, and professional teams on dispute avoidance and resolution mechanisms, alongside project procurement strategies (including facilities management).
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships by providing timely, high-quality advice and managing expectations.
• Drafting, negotiating, and advising on construction and engineering-related documents, including contracts, consultant appointments, collateral warranties, bonds/guarantees, letters of intent, and reliance letters.
• In terms of potential contentious work if that is within your skillset, you can get involved in work such as adjudications, arbitrations, TCC litigation and ADR, dealing with a range of disputes including delay claims, quality issues, insolvency, bond claims, ACM-cladding/fire safety defects, professional indemnity, and insurance-related matters.
• Contributing to team knowledge, marketing, and know-how initiatives and ensuring compliance.

The Ideal Candidate

• An England & Wales-qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with 2-4 years PQE.
• Experience and particular strength in non-contentious construction work.
• Confident and polished in both verbal and written communication, equally at home discussing complex legal issues with clients and technical experts.
• Flexible and proactive, willing to go the extra mile when needed.

Why This Role Stands Out

• An outstanding opportunity to practise at the intersection of transactional and dispute resolution work in the construction sector with a carefully balanced caseload tailored to your strengths.
• Join a well-regarded and growing team that handles high-value, complex and high-profile projects both in the UK and overseas.
• Significant exposure, responsibility, and client engagement, within a supportive and progressive working environment.

This role offers a rare blend of cross-disciplinary construction law experience, professional development and client impact.

Apply now for confidential consideration! Alternatively, to arrange an initial discussion to find out more feel free to get in touch with Charlie Simpkin at JMC Legal Recruitment