Head of Construction

PQE: 8+ years

Specialism: Non-Contentious Construction

Location: London but open to fully remote working for the right candidate

Salary – £100k - £150k PLUS bonus, dependent on level and experience

Role Overview

A high‑calibre, commercially focused law firm in growth mode is looking to appoint an experienced non‑contentious construction lawyer to join as Head of Construction. This senior, practice‑defining opportunity is for a solicitor with 8+ years’ PQE who has built a strong foundation in non‑contentious work and is ready to lead. The role offers a substantial and varied workload and invites candidates to bring their own client relationships or professional network.

Responsibilities

The role involves leading and developing the construction practice, advising developers, funders, contractors, consultants and occupiers on the full range of non‑contentious construction matters, drafting and negotiating construction contracts (including JCT, NEC and bespoke forms), advising on development agreements and funding structures, and providing strategic, commercially grounded advice throughout the project lifecycle. Successful candidates will mentor junior team members, contribute to the wider development of the practice, pursue business development opportunities and collaborate closely with colleagues across real estate, finance and other practice areas on complex, multi‑disciplinary matters.

Qualifications & Skills

To succeed in this role, you must be a confident and technically strong construction solicitor with substantial experience in non‑contentious matters across a range of project types and procurement routes. Excellent drafting skills, deep familiarity with JCT, NEC and bespoke contracts, and experience advising developers, funders, employers and contractors are essential. Strong client‑handling skills, commercial awareness, a track record of delivering pragmatic, clear advice, and the ability to manage your own workload and support the development of others are also required. An entrepreneurial mindset, strong communication skills, attention to detail, a collaborative approach and ambition to play a meaningful role in shaping and growing a practice are required.

Benefits

We offer the opportunity to take genuine ownership of a construction practice within a supportive and collaborative environment, with infrastructure, client base and culture to enable you to do your best work. Expect a substantial and varied workload from day one, direct engagement with clients on complex and high‑value matters, a competitive salary and performance‑related bonus, genuine flexibility on location including fully remote working for the right candidate, and strong cross‑practice collaboration and business development scope, especially for those bringing existing client relationships or a strong network.