Non-contentious Construction Solicitor (NQ – 3 years PQE)

Harper Macleod LLP

Glasgow

We are looking for a non-contentious Construction Solicitor to join our team, a diverse practice that is a trusted adviser to the public sector, developers, contractors, consultants, funders and end users of a full range of projects. These include renewable energy, infrastructure, commercial real estate (offices, retail, hotel and mixed-use developments) and residential projects.

Your role

Our Construction practice provides legal services for all stages of construction projects, from advising on procurement processes, contract preparation and negotiation to providing strategic guidance during delivery. We prepare contract packages for employer and developer clients, negotiate terms of contracts and appointments for contractors and consultants, and review and negotiate warranty packages for end users and their funders working closely with other teams in the firm.

You should be able to demonstrate technical drafting capability, communication skills to deal directly with a wide variety of client enquiries, and the ability to manage your workload to meet client expectations.

Previous construction law experience is not required but the successful candidate will require to be committed to the development of specialist skills in construction law.

Let your ambitions grow with ours

At Harper Macleod, ambition is what drives us forward. We are a firm that cares about doing great work and making a real impact for our clients and for each other. We believe in progress, not standing still. That means sharing ideas, supporting growth and creating opportunities for everyone to shine. If you want to work somewhere that values curiosity and collaboration, you’ll feel right at home here.

Our story so far includes recognition as Scotland’s Firm of the Year 2025, ESG Firm of the Year 2024 and a place in the Legal 500’s Green Guide for two years running. But we’re not done yet. The best is still to come.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, active colleague engagement, wellbeing, sustainability & CSR programmes and the opportunity to develop your career.

If you’re ready to shape the future with us, we would love to hear from you

Please send CVs to Rona Cargill, HR Director rona.cargill@harpermacleod.co.uk

Harper Macleod LLP is committed to promoting equal opportunities and developing a diverse workforce.