Construction Associate

Hunter Savage Ltd; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Dublin is hiring a Construction Solicitor to join their team. The role involves advising on high-value construction projects and disputes, negotiating contracts, and representing clients in mediation and arbitration. Candidates should have 5+ years' PQE in construction law and a commercial mindset.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Career progression

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ PQE in construction law.
• Strong knowledge of contract law and construction regulations.
• Experience with developers and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on contentious and non-contentious construction law matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts.
• Represent clients in construction disputes.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Dispute resolution

Risk management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

Construction Solicitor

We are hiring for our client, a leading law firm in Dublin, seeking a Construction Solicitor to join their well-established team. This is an outstanding opportunity to work with industry-leading professionals on high-value construction projects and disputes, advising major clients in the construction and infrastructure sectors.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job

1. Work with a market-leading firm – Join a team known for excellence in construction law.
2. Diverse & high-profile caseload – Advise on major construction projects and disputes.
3. Attractive salary & benefits – Competitive package, strong career progression, and hybrid working.

The Role

• Advising clients on contentious and non-contentious construction law matters, including contract negotiation, risk management, and dispute resolution.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating construction contracts, including FIDIC, NEC, and RIAI standard form contracts.
• Representing clients in construction-related disputes, including mediation, arbitration, and litigation.
• Providing strategic legal advice to developers, contractors, consultants, and insurers.
• Staying up to date with legal and regulatory developments in the construction sector.

The Person

• 5+ years’ PQE with experience in construction law within a reputable law firm.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, construction regulations, and dispute resolution.
• Experience working with developers, contractors, and industry stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a commercial mindset.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a collaborative team.

The Rewards

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Career progression in a leading law firm.
• Hybrid working model for flexibility.
• Exposure to high-profile construction and infrastructure projects.

Next Steps

For further information and to apply for this Construction Solicitor role, please contact Amy Davis. Visit our website for a full list of job opportunities.