Construction Solicitors | London | 2–8 PQE

Company: Rutherford
Apply for the Construction Solicitors | London | 2–8 PQE
Location: London
Job Description:

We are working on a number of exciting opportunities for Construction Solicitors to join highly regarded London-based teams, with roles spanning both contentious and non-contentious construction work.

These roles offer a relatively unique opportunity for ambitious construction lawyers to develop a broad practice across construction, projects and real estate development matters, advising a range of clients primarily on the employer/developer side.

The successful candidates will work on a varied mix of high-quality matters, including:

  • Standard form construction contracts, including JCT, NEC, FIDIC, MF/1, IChemE
  • Development agreements, process plant and associated project documentation
  • Complex defect and M&E system claims
  • Building Safety Act 2022 claims, including defective design, workmanship, delay, remediation and cladding disputes
  • Delay and professional negligence claims
  • Adjudications, litigation and alternative dispute resolution
  • Drafting pleadings, expert instructions and settlement documentation
  • Coordinating with technical experts, consultants and counsel
  • Risk management and dispute strategy
  • Business development across the real estate and construction market

Candidate Requirements:

  • 2–8 years’ PQE gained within a reputable construction practice
  • Experience in contentious and/or non-contentious construction matters
  • Working knowledge of JCT, NEC, FIDIC, MF/1, IChemE forms of contract
  • Experience acting for employers, developers, contractors or supply-side clients
  • Excellent drafting, analytical and client management skills
  • Commercial, proactive and collaborative approach
  • Interest in developing a broad construction and projects practice

This is an excellent opportunity for construction lawyers looking to work on complex, high-value matters.

If this has caught your interest, I’d love to hear from you. You can apply via the link or contact me directly at pascale@rutherfordsearch.com or WhatsApp on +44 7452 337302.

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Posted: June 6th, 2026