Construction Litigiation Solicitor

Construction Litigation Solicitor | City of London

A highly regarded UK law firm is seeking a Construction Litigation Solicitor to join its busy and growing contentious construction team in London. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level construction disputes lawyer looking to take on greater responsibility, high-quality work and genuine career progression within a well-established and collaborative practice.

You will join a Legal 500-ranked Construction, Engineering & Procurement team, comprising around 40 fee earners and recognised for its expertise in complex, high-value construction disputes. The team has an outstanding reputation for acting on landmark and precedent-setting cases, including matters before the Supreme Court, Court of Appeal and the Technology and Construction Court (TCC). The practice spans the full range of dispute resolution, including:

• Adjudication
• Arbitration and mediation
• Expert determination
• TCC and tribunal proceedings

A significant focus of the work is within the social housing and residential development sector, particularly in relation to building safety, remediation and post-Grenfell litigation. The team is widely recognised as a market leader in this space, regularly advising on complex and high-profile matters. Clients include major registered providers, contractors, consultants and property investors, offering a diverse and stimulating workload.

This role offers the opportunity to develop your technical expertise, build client relationships, and play an active role in business development, all within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing your own caseload of contentious construction matters
• Advising on all aspects of construction contracts
• Acting in adjudications, mediations, arbitrations and litigation
• Managing proceedings in the Technology and Construction Court
• Drafting submissions, pleadings and witness statements

About You

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 3+ years' PQE in contentious construction
• Experience handling construction disputes, including adjudication and litigation
• Proven ability to manage your own files and work with a degree of autonomy
• Strong drafting and communication skills

Why Apply?

• Join a well-established Legal 500-ranked construction disputes team
• Work on complex, high-value, and industry-leading cases
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge building safety and remediation work
• Enjoy clear progression opportunities within a growing team
• Be part of a supportive, collegiate and high-performing environment

If you are a contentious construction solicitor seeking a role that offers high-quality work, autonomy and long-term career development, this is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career within a leading practice.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.