Construction Associate Director - Bristol
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £90,000 to £120,000 (dependent on experience)
A highly regarded national non contentious construction team is seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious Associate Director to join its Bristol office. The role has a strong focus on energy and energy transition projects, offering exposure to market leading work and the opportunity to develop your own specialist practice.
The Role
You will take a senior role within the team, advising on complex construction matters across the energy sector, including:
- Drafting and negotiating EPC, BOP, supply and O&M contracts for renewables, energy storage, wind and grid stability projects
- Leading negotiation meetings alongside junior colleagues
- Guiding and managing client stakeholders throughout the negotiation process
- Providing procurement advice and legal project management
- Advising on FIDIC, NEC and bespoke construction agreements
- Working closely with energy regulation, planning, real estate, corporate and project finance teams
- Supporting clients throughout delivery and operational phases, including contract management, variations and defects advice
- Acting as part of wider project teams on national scale energy and infrastructure projects
You will work with a diverse client base including major developers, funders, energy companies and infrastructure operators.
The Team
The non contentious construction team operates nationally and continues to grow in line with the firm's strategic focus on energy and energy transition. The team comprises Partners, Legal Directors, Associate Directors, Senior Associates, Associates, Trainees and Paralegals across Bristol and London.
You will work closely with senior colleagues specialising in energy and infrastructure, supporting existing clients and contributing to the long term expansion of the practice.
Candidate Requirements
This senior role is suited to a lawyer with:
- Significant experience managing complex non contentious construction matters
- Strong experience negotiating FIDIC, NEC, EPC and O&M agreements
- Confidence leading negotiations and supervising junior lawyers
- Experience working on multi party matters, particularly within project finance structures
- High levels of motivation and genuine interest in energy, renewables and infrastructure
- Commitment to developing sector expertise and contributing to practice growth
Career Development
You will benefit from a structured, award winning career development programme offering:
- Clear expectations and progression pathways
- High quality clients and early responsibility
- Regular assessment and feedback
- Robust technical training and tailored skills development
- Reward based on contribution and potential rather than PQE
How to Apply
Do contact Olivia Reed for a confidential discussion:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
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 from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any 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.
*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.*
