Construction Litigation Solicitor

Construction Litigation Solicitor (Associate or Senior Associate) to join a leading London law firm with a top-tier reputation in real estate and construction law. This role sits within the firm's highly regarded Construction Disputes team, which acts on complex, high-value contentious construction matters across the commercial, residential, and infrastructure sectors. The position is full-time and permanent, focusing solely on contentious construction law.

You'll work on a broad range of construction disputes, advising developers, building owners, contractors, subcontractors, and consultants on contentious matters involving:

• Delay and disruption claims
• Defective works and negligent design
• Variations and final account disputes
• Termination and professional negligence claims
• Building safety and Building Safety Act 2022 issues

The team also provides strategic pre-dispute advice, helping clients manage live project issues and avoid escalation. You'll gain hands-on experience across adjudication, arbitration, mediation, and Technology and Construction Court (TCC) proceedings. This is a technically rich and commercially focused role, ideal for someone who enjoys high-quality, varied construction disputes work and direct client contact.

The practice represents a strong portfolio of clients in the commercial real estate sector, particularly in the development of high-end residential, mixed-use, and student accommodation projects. The team also advises on disputes in the energy, oil and gas, hydropower, and renewable energy sectors, including large-scale infrastructure projects.

Lawyers in this group are known for their tenacity, logical approach, and strategic thinking, ensuring clients achieve efficient, practical outcomes whether through early settlement or formal dispute resolution.

• 3-6 years' PQE in contentious construction from a recognised real estate or construction practice
• Solid experience of construction litigation, adjudication, and arbitration
• Knowledge of standard form contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC)
• Strong analytical, drafting and negotiation skills
• A commercial approach and confidence in dealing with clients directly

Candidates with both private practice and in-house construction dispute experience are encouraged to apply.

• Opportunity to join one of London's most respected construction law teams, combining City-calibre work with a collegiate and balanced culture
• Exposure to major, high-value disputes and clients
• Close partner supervision and early responsibility
• A genuinely supportive team environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package

This is an ideal move for a Construction Litigation Lawyer or Contentious Construction Solicitor looking to develop their career in a leading London firm offering top-quality work, autonomy, and long-term progression.

To find out more or to discuss this opportunity confidentially, please get in touch.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.