Senior Associate - Construction

Acting in multiple high-value adjudications involving interim and final account disputes, variations, and loss and expense claims, including a multi-million-pound loss of profit claim following a national housebuilder’s repudiatory breach of contract.

Successfully enforcing adjudicator’s decisions in the Technology and Construction Court (TCC), including defending jurisdictional challenges and securing declaratory relief under Part 8 proceedings.

Advising on complex contract structures and risk allocation under JCT and NEC forms, providing early-stage project advice to prevent disputes and protect commercial positions.

Representing a national main contractor in relation to contentious issues arising on a major UK infrastructure project, advising on delay, disruption, and entitlement strategy.

Advising a specialist groundworks contractor on a £28 million package at a power station, including claims for delay, variation, and quantum assessment.

Securing urgent injunctive relief for a leading scaffolding contractor to recover misappropriated equipment valued in excess of £500,000.

Providing in-house training for clients on contract management, introduction to construction law, and dispute avoidance, helping project teams reduce risk and strengthen commercial practices.

Supporting national trade associations including the Scaffolding Association, National Association of Shopfitters, and the Federation of Traditional Metal Roofing and Lead Contractors, providing industry members with both contentious and non-contentious advice.

Hands-on experience running or assisting with adjudications, enforcement proceedings, and TCC litigation.

A sound understanding of the Construction Act, payment mechanisms, and key contractual principles under JCT and NEC forms.

The confidence to handle matters with autonomy, manage client relationships directly, and contribute to the strategic direction of cases.

A proactive and commercial approach to resolving disputes and helping clients achieve their business objectives.

Experience in non-contentious work (such as drafting, reviewing and negotiating construction contracts) is advantageous but not essential.

Candidates with an existing network of contacts or client relationships - or those with a proven track record in developing new business - will be particularly well suited to this role.

Strong technical ability and a detailed understanding of construction law principles, particularly around payment, termination, and risk allocation.

Confidence managing adjudications and litigation from start to finish, with excellent drafting and analytical skills.

Commercial awareness - able to see the bigger picture, understanding client objectives, and give pragmatic, outcome-focused advice.

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to advise clients clearly and persuasively.

Self-motivation and initiative, capable of handling matters with appropriate independence while collaborating closely with partners and colleagues.

Leadership potential, with an interest in mentoring junior team members and supporting the team’s continued growth.

Business development mindset - comfortable networking, presenting, and building your professional profile within the construction sector

Competitive basic salary

A supportive, relaxed and flexible work environment in an experienced and growing team.

28 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays

Medicash cash back schemes after 1 years’ service

Life Insurance

EAP and various other physical and mental wellbeing support services including virtual GP access 24/7

Family friendly policies such as enhanced maternity and paternity pay plus, family events leave

Cycle scheme