Location: London
Practice Area: Construction & Engineering (Contentious)
Level: Senior Associate
Working Pattern: Hybrid

The Opportunity

A leading international law firm is seeking an experienced Construction Disputes Lawyer (6+ PQE) to join its top-tier Construction & Engineering disputes practice in London.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-value construction and infrastructure disputes across the UK and internationally, advising major contractors, developers, sponsors, funders and government bodies.

You will work closely with market-leading partners and a highly regarded disputes team on complex matters across the construction, infrastructure and energy sectors.

The Team

The construction disputes practice is recognised globally for its work on complex infrastructure and engineering disputes.

The team advises clients across the full lifecycle of construction and engineering projects, including:

Infrastructure and transport projects
Energy and utilities developments
Commercial and residential developments
Industrial and engineering projects
Large-scale international construction programmes

Clients include major contractors, project sponsors, developers, lenders and government organisations involved in high-profile infrastructure and energy projects.

The team regularly works alongside colleagues across energy, projects, real estate and finance teams, delivering integrated advice on complex project matters.

Key Responsibilities

You will advise clients on a wide range of construction dispute resolution matters, including:

Advising on construction and engineering disputes
Acting on disputes arising under JCT, NEC and bespoke construction contracts
Handling adjudication, arbitration, litigation and mediation
Advising on dispute avoidance and project risk management
Supporting clients on live project problem-solving
Developing and implementing dispute resolution strategies
Working closely with clients across construction, infrastructure and energy sectors
Supervising junior lawyers and supporting team development

Candidate Requirements

Essential

Qualified solicitor with 6+ years PQE
Strong experience in construction dispute resolution
Experience advising on disputes involving major construction or infrastructure projects
Strong client management and communication skills
Excellent organisational and drafting skills

Desirable

Experience handling adjudication or arbitration proceedings
Exposure to energy or infrastructure projects
Experience working with contractors, developers or project sponsors

Why Apply?

This role offers the opportunity to join a market-leading construction disputes practice working on complex infrastructure and engineering disputes across the UK and internationally.

You will benefit from:

Exposure to high-value international construction disputes
Working alongside recognised industry leaders
Opportunities to develop client relationships and sector expertise
A collaborative and supportive team environment
Strong training, development and career progression opportunities

Apply

If you are a Construction Disputes Lawyer or Construction Litigation Lawyer (6+ PQE) looking for your next opportunity in London, we would welcome a confidential discussion.

Please apply with your CV or contact us for further information.

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