In House Construction Solicitor

A superb opportunity for a non-contentious construction lawyer to make the move in-house into a rare specialist construction role.

Client Details

A top tier, FTSE Listed organisation based in Bristol.

Description

Responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing and negotiating client contracts (including standard form construction contracts) through to closure. Providing advice and support at all stages, including variations and potential contract claims
• Acting as a direct point of contact to the business in relation to a range of legal matters
• Reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts with subcontractors
• Reviewing and negotiation of contractual documents such as supplier agreements, industry standard form construction contracts, framework agreements, collateral warranties, joint-venture arrangements and bidding agreements.
• Continually improving know-how and communicating back to the team legal matters which have implications at project level such as standard terms and conditions, training etc.
• Supporting the business with the effective administration of contracts including providing contractual templates and tool kits
• Reviewing, interpreting and advising on existing contracts and issues prior to formal dispute resolution.

Profile

Suitable candidates will have the following qualifications / experience:

• Qualified legal professional with circa 2-4 year's post qualification experience in non-contentious construction / engineering matters
• Experience of working with various standard form construction contracts
• Commercial experience in negotiation of consultant appointments, framework agreements, JV agreements, shareholder agreements, collateral warranties and letters of reliance.
• Experience in advising a mixture of consultants, contractors and employers.
• Familiarity with Public Procurement rules

Job Offer

A competitive base salary and benefits package.