Average Construction Solicitor salary in the UK

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Construction Legal Counsel to join a major UK infrastructure organisation delivering one of the country's most complex and high-profile programmes. Based in Birmingham with hybrid working, this role offers the opportunity to lead on major NEC contracts, complex procurement matters and strategic stakeholder engagement across a nationally significant project.Client DetailsOur client is a nationally recognised infrastructure organisation delivering one of the UK's largest transport and regeneration programmes. Operating at significant scale and complexity, the organisation is known for delivering innovative, long-term infrastructure investment with substantial public impact.The legal function plays a critical role in supporting major commercial and procurement decisions across the business. Lawyers within the team work closely with senior operational and executive stakeholders on high-value, strategically important matters within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.DescriptionThe Senior Construction Legal Counsel will be:Leading on complex NEC construction and infrastructure contract matters across major projectsAdvising senior commercial and procurement stakeholders on contractual risk and strategySupporting the negotiation of high-value construction, funding and supply chain agreementsAdvising on contractual claims, disputes and risk allocation issuesManaging external legal advisers and supporting key business decision making on strategically significant mattersProfileThe Senior Construction Legal Counsel should be:A solicitor or barrister with significant construction and commercial contracts experienceHighly experienced advising on NEC contracts within infrastructure, transport or major projects environmentsExperienced supporting high-value procurement and commercial negotiationsComfortable operating as a senior legal adviser to executive and operational stakeholdersExperienced managing complex contractual risk, disputes and stakeholder relationshipsJob OfferThis is an opportunity to join a highly respected in-house legal team working on one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure programmes. The role offers genuinely complex and high-profile work, strategic stakeholder exposure and the opportunity to influence major commercial outcomes on nationally significant projects.Alongside a competitive salary of £85,000-£92,000, the organisation offers hybrid working, excellent pension contributions, strong long-term career development and the opportunity to work within a collaborative and values-driven environment.If you're an experienced Senior Construction Legal Counsel, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Construction Legal Counsel to join a major UK infrastructure organisation delivering one of the country's most complex and high-profile programmes. Based in Birmingham with hybrid working, this role offers the opportunity to lead on major NEC contracts, complex procurement matters and strategic stakeholder engagement across a nationally significant project.Client DetailsOur client is a nationally recognised infrastructure organisation delivering one of the UK's largest transport and regeneration programmes. Operating at significant scale and complexity, the organisation is known for delivering innovative, long-term infrastructure investment with substantial public impact.The legal function plays a critical role in supporting major commercial and procurement decisions across the business. Lawyers within the team work closely with senior operational and executive stakeholders on high-value, strategically important matters within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.DescriptionThe Senior Construction Legal Counsel will be:Leading on complex NEC construction and infrastructure contract matters across major projectsAdvising senior commercial and procurement stakeholders on contractual risk and strategySupporting the negotiation of high-value construction, funding and supply chain agreementsAdvising on contractual claims, disputes and risk allocation issuesManaging external legal advisers and supporting key business decision making on strategically significant mattersProfileThe Senior Construction Legal Counsel should be:A solicitor or barrister with significant construction and commercial contracts experienceHighly experienced advising on NEC contracts within infrastructure, transport or major projects environmentsExperienced supporting high-value procurement and commercial negotiationsComfortable operating as a senior legal adviser to executive and operational stakeholdersExperienced managing complex contractual risk, disputes and stakeholder relationshipsJob OfferThis is an opportunity to join a highly respected in-house legal team working on one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure programmes. The role offers genuinely complex and high-profile work, strategic stakeholder exposure and the opportunity to influence major commercial outcomes on nationally significant projects.Alongside a competitive salary of £85,000-£92,000, the organisation offers hybrid working, excellent pension contributions, strong long-term career development and the opportunity to work within a collaborative and values-driven environment.If you're an experienced Senior Construction Legal Counsel, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.

We are seeking an experienced Construction Solicitor 4+ years PQE with a strong track record in construction work. In return our Client offers flexible working, a high quality working environment with scope for growth plus more benefits.Essential experience for this Construction Solicitor vacancy:Advise clients on a wide range of non-contentious and contentious construction matters, including litigation, adjudication, arbitration, mediation, expert determination, and insurance-related claims.Work with developers, property owners, contractors, consultants, and insurers across both public and private sectors.Take ownership of your caseload, contribute to strategic direction, and build relationships with longstanding and new clients.Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to team development.Collaborate across the firm to deliver integrated, high-quality legal solutions.Work autonomously, supported by a culture that values excellence, openness, and ambition.Other experience required for this Construction Solicitor role:Experience in litigation in the Technology & Construction Court, adjudication, arbitrations, and ADR mechanisms.Proven knowledge of standard industry contracts: JCT, NEC, FIDIC.Demonstrable experience of interpreting, drafting and advising on both standard and bespoke contracts.Technical, analytical and drafting skills.Previous work with expert technical evidence (engineering, quantity surveying, etc.).Project management and case management skills, ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines, and budgets.Commercial awareness, giving advice that shows an appreciation of cost/benefit, risk, and client sensitivities, as well as a pragmatic approach to strategy.Excellent communication skills (written & oral), evident in your interactions with clients, colleagues, experts, counsel, etc.Benefits for this Construction Solicitor vacancy:Salary of between £70,000 to £90,000 DOEPension schemeFlexible workingA step up from your current firm, with more autonomy and responsibilityA balanced, high-quality work environment, with scope for growthA role where your expertise is valued, and you can make a visible impactFor more information regarding this Construction Solicitor role, please contact Marcus Stevens, quoting reference 37547.PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003