Construction Solicitor (5+ PQE) – Manchester

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.