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In-House Construction Lawyer FTCMichael Page Legal • London, South East England, UK
In-House Construction Lawyer FTC

In-House Construction Lawyer FTC

Michael Page Legal • London, South East England, UK
24 days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

Due to continued growth and an active project pipeline, they are seeking an experienced Construction Lawyer to join their in-house legal team on either a fixed-term contract or day rate basis. The successful candidate will act as a trusted adviser to project teams, commercial managers and senior leadership across a range of construction and infrastructure matters.

Client Details

Our client is a leading organisation operating across the construction, infrastructure, engineering and property sectors. With a substantial portfolio of high-value projects, the business requires experienced legal support to manage contractual risk, support project delivery and advise key stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Description

  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of construction and infrastructure contracts, including:
      • NEC3 and NEC4 contracts
      • JCT contract suites
      • FIDIC agreements
      • Subcontracts
      • Professional appointments
      • Framework agreements
      • Joint venture agreements
      • Bonds, guarantees and collateral warranties
  • Advising project delivery, commercial and procurement teams on contractual obligations and risk allocation
  • Providing legal support throughout the project lifecycle, from tender stage through to completion
  • Advising on contract variations, extensions of time (EOTs), payment mechanisms and compensation events
  • Supporting claims management, dispute avoidance and dispute resolution strategies
  • Advising on adjudications, contractual disputes and management of external legal counsel where required
  • Providing commercially focused legal advice to operational, commercial and leadership teams
  • Supporting governance, compliance and contract management initiatives across the business
  • Identifying and mitigating legal and commercial risks associated with major construction projects
  • Developing precedents, guidance materials and contract playbooks to improve consistency and efficiency
  • Delivering legal training to commercial and project teams on key contractual and risk issues
  • Supporting strategic bids, tenders and project mobilisation activities

Profile

  • Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent jurisdiction)
  • 3 - 5 years' PQE, although all relevant experience will be considered
  • Strong construction law experience gained within private practice or an in-house legal team
  • Extensive experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating NEC and JCT contracts
  • Knowledge of FIDIC contracts would be advantageous
  • Experience advising on major infrastructure, engineering, utilities, energy, real estate or construction projects
  • Understanding of claims, adjudications and dispute resolution processes
  • Strong commercial awareness and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and non-legal stakeholders
  • Experience working closely with Quantity Surveyors, Procurement, Commercial Managers and Project Directors would be highly beneficial
  • Pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with the confidence to operate autonomously in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and meet tight project deadlines

Job Offer

FTC

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Exposure to major construction, infrastructure and engineering projects

Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and project delivery teams

Broad and varied workload with significant stakeholder engagement

Dynamic and collaborative working environment

Immediate start available

Potential for contract extension or longer-term opportunities

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