Senior Construction Solicitor

Construction (Non-Contentious) | Principal Associate 7+ PQE | International Law Firm | Birmingham/hybrid BCL Legal is delighted to be working with a leading international law firm in its search for a Principal Associate to join its market-leading non-contentious Construction & Engineering team. This opportunity offers the chance to work on complex, high-value energy and infrastructure projects in a dynamic, supportive environment with hybrid and regional flexibility. The Role As a Principal Associate, you will: · Advise a high-calibre client base on large-scale domestic and international construction and engineering projects. · Deliver strategic advice on procurement strategy, contract drafting, and negotiation. · Work with key industry-standard forms including NEC, FIDIC, iChemE, and JCT. · Play a leading role in mentoring junior colleagues and sharing technical expertise within the team. · Drive business development initiatives and contribute to the strategic growth of the practice. · Collaborate with lawyers across other offices and disciplines on major cross-border mandates. About You We are looking for a Principal Associate with: · 7+ years' PQE in non-contentious construction law, ideally within an international or national firm however those from strong regional construction teams will also be considered. · Strong experience acting on energy, infrastructure, or complex built environment projects. · Familiarity with standard form contracts such as NEC, FIDIC, and bespoke agreements. · Commercial acumen, solution-oriented thinking, and the ability to simplify complex legal matters for clients. · A track record of supervising junior lawyers and an interest in team leadership and development. · A proactive, collaborative mindset with experience of and appetite for client relationship management and business development. The Offer The successful candidate will benefit from: · High-quality work within a nationally and internationally respected team. · Hybrid working and flexible working options. · A genuinely supportive and inclusive culture committed to your personal and professional development. · A market-leading salary and comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, wellbeing support, and pension planning. · International exposure and cross-practice collaboration, with career progression opportunities tailored to your goals. If you're a construction lawyer seeking your next challenge within a forward-thinking, values-led firm, we want to hear from you. Apply now or contact Angharad Warren at BCL Legal for a confidential discussion. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.