Senior Associate – Construction Disputes – Bristol – 5+ PQE

Overview

In this role, you will manage a varied caseload of high-value construction and engineering disputes, spanning UK and international matters, including building safety issues. You will provide commercially-focused risk advice, supervise junior colleagues, and support business development and client relationships. The role sits in a leading Construction & Engineering Disputes and Risk team in Bristol, offering exposure to complex projects and cross-office collaboration. You will help shape dispute strategy and contribute to team development in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Clear career progression
• Early responsibility and client exposure
• Structured training and career development
• Collegiate and supportive culture
• Hybrid working model

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of construction and engineering disputes
• Advise on building safety issues (fire and structural safety)
• Handle disputes from major projects (including PFI) domestically and internationally
• Oversee portfolio disputes in residential and energy developments
• Provide practical, commercially focused risk advice
• Supervise junior colleagues and contribute to team development
• Support business development and build client relationships

Key requirements

• 5+ years PQE in contentious construction matters (Senior Associate level)
• Strong technical understanding of construction issues
• Experience managing complex disputes and supervising juniors
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Proactive in learning, business development, and sector knowledge
• Ability to work collaboratively across offices and teams

• strong communication
• client relationship skills
• team collaboration
• contentious construction expertise
• risk assessment and advisory
• managing complex disputes

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