Construction Disputes Solicitor / Associate (1-5 PQE) – Bristol
A highly regarded, award winning construction team is seeking a Solicitor or Associate to join their Bristol office, focusing on a broad and complex contentious construction caseload. You’ll be working with nationally recognised partners who are consistently ranked in the top tiers of the legal directories. The team operates on a hybrid, flexible basis and is known for its collaborative, supportive culture.
Responsibilities
- Manage a varied caseload of high value construction dispute resolution and advisory matters.
- Handle complex contentious work including:
- Final account and loss & expense claims
- Defects disputes
- PFI/PPP and major projects disputes
- High value adjudications and litigation
- Work with a wide range of clients across sectors such as healthcare, local government, housing associations and the wider construction industry.
- Provide strategic legal advice to developers, funders, contractors and public sector bodies.
- Support business development and contribute to the continued growth of the national construction practice.
About You
- Qualified Solicitor with 1-5 PQE in construction disputes. If construction disputes form part of a broader caseload, you are still encouraged to apply.
- Experience in PFI/PPP or major projects disputes is desirable but not essential.
- Strong drafting, analytical and client handling skills.
- Ambitious, proactive and keen to take on challenging, high profile work to develop your career.
- Open to both full time and part time applicants.
On Offer
- Competitive salary and a strong benefits package.
- Hybrid working with genuine flexibility and a healthy work/life balance.
- Clear, structured career progression with excellent mentoring and support from senior team members.
- A friendly, inclusive and people focused working environment.
- The chance to work on major, high value construction disputes.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Bristol, Bristol
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Construction Disputes Solicitor / Associate (1-5 PQE) – Bristol – Bristol employer: Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd
Chadwick Nott offers an exceptional opportunity for self-employed Private Client Lawyers in Bath, providing a supportive environment that values autonomy and client care. With a focus on professional growth, you will have the chance to manage your own caseload while benefiting from a fee-share earnings model, all within a traditional high street firm known for its commitment to excellence and community engagement.
Contact Details:
Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
