Construction Associate Director - Bristol (Sr Non Contentious)

Construction Associate Director - Bristol - Senior Non Contentious Construction
Location: Bristol (hybrid working available)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £90,000 to £130,000

A highly respected national firm is seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious Construction Associate Director to join its leading non contentious construction team in Bristol. This senior role focuses on advising major energy and energy transition clients on complex construction arrangements, including EPC, BOP, supply and O&M contracts. This is an exceptional opportunity to take a leadership role within a nationally recognised practice and contribute to the continued growth of a strategically important team.

The Role
You'll be responsible for leading on high value, complex non contentious construction matters, including:

• Drafting and negotiating EPC, BOP, supply and O&M contracts for renewable energy, energy storage, wind and grid stability projects
• Leading negotiation meetings and guiding client stakeholders through the negotiation process
• Advising on procurement strategy, risk allocation and contract structure
• Working closely with energy regulation, planning, real estate, corporate and project finance teams on multi disciplinary projects
• Providing contract management and operational phase support, including variations and claims management
• Collaborating with the contentious construction team on defects, claims and dispute related matters
• Acting for leading clients including developers, investors, utilities and major energy operators
• Supporting the wider team's growth strategy and contributing to business development

Candidate Requirements
This senior role is suited to a solicitor with:

• Significant experience in non contentious construction (Associate Director level)
• Strong experience negotiating FIDIC and NEC based agreements, EPC and O&M contracts
• Confidence leading negotiations and supervising junior lawyers
• Experience working on complex, multi party matters, particularly within project finance structures
• Excellent technical knowledge and commercial awareness
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and client relationship skills
• Motivation, ambition and commitment to developing sector expertise
• A collaborative, team focused approach within a cross office environment

Career Development
The firm offers a multi award winning career development programme, providing:

• Clear expectations and structured progression pathways
• High quality work with early responsibility and client exposure
• Thorough assessment and individual feedback
• Robust technical training and tailored skills development
• Reward based on contribution, progression and potential

Benefits
The firm offers:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Hybrid working arrangements
• High quality national and international work
• Supportive, inclusive and collaborative culture
• Strong investment in learning, development and progression

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

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The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*