Construction Legal Director

Overview

Senior construction lawyer role at a leading international firm focused on energy transition, renewables and infrastructure. You will guide non-contentious matters, shaping major projects and client relationships from Bristol. You’ll work with partners and sector specialists to manage complex contracts and multi-disciplinary transactions, with ample leadership and development opportunities. The role offers exposure to premium clients, high-value projects and a collaborative, growth-focused culture.

Pay / Benefits

• Senior position in a globally recognized practice
• Exposure to premium clients and high-profile projects
• Progression and development opportunities
• High levels of client contact and responsibility
• Technical and leadership development
• Flexible and hybrid working

Responsibilities

• Lead on client projects within the non-contentious construction practice
• Draft and negotiate EPC, BOP, supply and O&M contracts
• Advise on renewable energy, energy storage, wind, grid stability and energy transition projects
• Support project lifecycle from procurement strategy to delivery and operation
• Lead negotiations and manage key stakeholder relationships
• Collaborate with planning, real estate, finance, corporate and regulatory teams
• Supervise and mentor junior lawyers; contribute to team development
• Support business development initiatives and strengthen market position

Key requirements

• Experience in non-contentious construction law
• Drafting and negotiating EPC, O&M, NEC and/or FIDIC contracts
• Experience on complex infrastructure, energy, development or engineering projects
• Ability to lead negotiations and manage stakeholder groups
• Strong technical and commercial judgement
• Experience supervising junior lawyers and contributing to team development
• Interest in energy, renewables and infrastructure sectors
• Ambition to contribute to growth of a leading national practice

• Strategic mindset
• Strong client relationship skills
• Leadership and mentoring
• Non-contentious construction expertise
• EPC, O&M contract drafting and negotiation
• NEC and/or FIDIC contract knowledge

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