Overview
Associate Contentious Construction 3+ Years PQE Bristol or Exeter
Location: Bristol or Exeter
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £60,000 to £90,000 (depending on experience)
A highly regarded Construction team is seeking an experienced Associate (3+ PQE) to join its busy and expanding practice in either Bristol or Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high quality contentious construction matters across a broad range of sectors, acting for major national and international clients.
The Role
You will handle a varied and complex caseload of contentious construction and energy related disputes, including:
- Court litigation, adjudication, arbitration, mediation, and other forms of ADR
- Disputes involving payment issues, delays, defects, and professional negligence
- Advising on contract management and dispute avoidance strategies
- Working across a wide range of construction projects, including:
- Commercial development
- Utilities and renewable energy
- Residential schemes
- Operation, maintenance, and service contracts
- Facilities management
- Collaborating with colleagues across Construction, Real Estate, Corporate, Commercial, and Planning teams
- Working directly with clients from the outset and managing day to day conduct of disputes
- Receiving ongoing training and support from a specialist Senior Knowledge Lawyer
- Taking responsibility for high value, high quality work with significant client impact
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a construction disputes specialist with:
- 3+ years’ PQE in contentious construction
- Strong experience in adjudication and court litigation processes
- Excellent communication, technical, and organisational skills
- Ability to provide clear, commercial, and pragmatic advice under pressure
- Experience with JCT and NEC contracts (ideal)
- Exposure to a range of construction disputes, including adjudications, arbitrations, and expert determinations
- Strong attention to detail and ability to handle complex matters
- Proven ability to build strong client relationships
- Genuine interest in the construction and infrastructure sector
- Ambition, self motivation, and enthusiasm for professional development
- A collaborative, team focused approach
Benefits
The firm offers:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- High quality, complex work for prestigious clients
- Strong career development and progression opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Access to specialist training and knowledge resources
- Opportunities to build your professional network and profile
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Olivia Reed
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
*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: £60000 – £90000 per annum
Location: Exeter, Devon
