Associate – Contentious Construction – Bristol – 3+ Years PQE
Location: Bristol (with hybrid flexibility)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full time
Salary: £60,000 to £85,000 (dependent on experience)

A leading national law firm is seeking an experienced Contentious Construction Associate (3+ PQE) to join its highly regarded Construction team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high value disputes across a wide range of construction and energy projects, within a supportive and well resourced national practice.

The Role
You will handle a varied and high quality caseload of contentious construction matters, including:

• Construction and energy related disputes involving litigation, adjudication, arbitration and mediation
• Claims relating to payment issues, delays, defects and professional negligence
• Advising on contract management and dispute avoidance strategies
• Working across a broad range of projects: commercial development, utilities, renewable energy, residential, O&M/service contracts and facilities management
• Supporting clients across both private and public sectors, including major multinationals, local authorities, developers, contractors and funders
• Collaborating with colleagues in Real Estate, Corporate, Commercial and Planning to deliver seamless, cross disciplinary advice
• Engaging with complex, high value matters, including cases that have been reported in recent years
• You will work directly with clients from the outset and will benefit from ongoing training, development opportunities and support from a specialist Senior Knowledge Lawyer.

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a solicitor with:

• 3+ years PQE in contentious construction
• Strong experience in adjudication and court litigation processes
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to deliver clear, commercial advice
• A meticulous approach, strong drafting skills and high attention to detail
• Experience with JCT and NEC contracts, and familiarity with professional appointments
• Exposure to a range of dispute forums, including adjudication, arbitration and expert determination
• Ability to manage complex disputes and advise on strategy and contract interpretation
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to build strong, lasting client relationships
• Genuine interest in the construction and infrastructure sector and its evolving legal landscape
• Motivation, ambition and a desire to contribute to the growth of the team

Benefits
The firm offers:

• High quality, complex and varied contentious construction work
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Clear career progression and structured professional development
• Opportunities to work with prestigious national and international clients
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Strong cross departmental support and resources

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact Olivia Reed:

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.