Commercial law firm in Buckinghamshire is looking to recruit a contentious Construction lawyer of 0 to 3 years’ PQE. This role is part of a considered expansion, aimed at maintaining the quality of work while adding further depth and capability to a dynamic and evolving practice. This role is suited to a solicitor who has gained exposure to contentious Construction work, or is looking to develop that focus further within a commercially minded disputes team.
You will advise on:
• the full dispute lifecycle, including adjudication, mediation and litigation in the Technology and Construction Court, with a clear emphasis on achieving commercially sensible outcomes;
• construction disputes arising out of JCT and similar contracts;
• payment claims (interim and final);
• defective works;
• delay and disruption;
• termination.
Alongside formal proceedings, you will:
• provide strategic, real-time advice to clients dealing with issues on live projects thereby helping to manage risk;
• strengthen positions and create leverage where disputes are unavoidable.
The team works closely with clients and across the wider disputes practice, offering a collaborative environment where you can deepen your contentious construction experience, build confidence in handling complex matters, and develop towards a more senior role over time.
Ideally, candidates will be looking to build a career in contentious construction and will have experience of at least one or more of the following:
• experience (or good exposure) to disputes arising from construction contracts, including JCT, and matters involving defective works;
• payment claims;
• delay and disruption;
• liquidated damages.
Experience of adjudication, mediation or High Court/ Technology and Construction Court proceedings is of interest but not essential, but an interest in developing in this area and a willingness to engage with complex disputes is important.
