Construction Solicitor (5+ PQE) – Manchester

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Practice Area:


Construction, Energy, Projects & Construction


A respected commercial law firm is seeking an experienced Construction Solicitor (5+ years PQE) to join its expanding Construction team. This opportunity offers exposure to a broad mix of contentious and non‑contentious work, supporting major commercial, residential and infrastructure projects.


Role Responsibilities



  • Advising on construction documentation including building contracts, professional appointments, warranties, and project agreements.

  • Managing construction disputes through adjudication, mediation and litigation.

  • Providing commercially focused, solution‑driven advice tailored to client objectives.

  • Working collaboratively with colleagues across commercial, real estate and litigation teams.

  • Running your own caseload while assisting on complex, high‑value matters.


About You



  • A qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in construction law.

  • Confident handling both contentious and non‑contentious matters.

  • Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills.

  • Commercially astute with a proactive, client‑focused approach.

  • Organised, efficient and comfortable managing multiple deadlines.


What’s on Offer



  • Supportive, collaborative team environment.

  • High‑quality, varied caseload.

  • Clear career progression pathways.

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

  • Hybrid working flexibility.

Join a modern, forward‑thinking top 50 UK law firm with over 1,000 people, including 125 Partners, and one of the UK’s most respected Construction & Engineering teams.

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Job Description:

Practice Area:


Construction, Energy, Projects & Construction


A respected commercial law firm is seeking an experienced Construction Solicitor (5+ years PQE) to join its expanding Construction team. This opportunity offers exposure to a broad mix of contentious and non‑contentious work, supporting major commercial, residential and infrastructure projects.


Role Responsibilities



  • Advising on construction documentation including building contracts, professional appointments, warranties, and project agreements.

  • Managing construction disputes through adjudication, mediation and litigation.

  • Providing commercially focused, solution‑driven advice tailored to client objectives.

  • Working collaboratively with colleagues across commercial, real estate and litigation teams.

  • Running your own caseload while assisting on complex, high‑value matters.


About You



  • A qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in construction law.

  • Confident handling both contentious and non‑contentious matters.

  • Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills.

  • Commercially astute with a proactive, client‑focused approach.

  • Organised, efficient and comfortable managing multiple deadlines.


What’s on Offer



  • Supportive, collaborative team environment.

  • High‑quality, varied caseload.

  • Clear career progression pathways.

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

  • Hybrid working flexibility.


Join a modern, forward‑thinking top 50 UK law firm with over 1,000 people, including 125 Partners, and one of the UK’s most respected Construction & Engineering teams.

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Posted: May 20th, 2026