Senior Commercial Contracts/Construction Lawyer
Posted 1 day 4 hours ago by Panoramic Associates Limted
West Midlands
Location: Remote with occasional in-person meetings if preferred (not mandatory)
Contract: 3 months minimum, with scope for extension
Rate: Up to £60-65 per hour
OverviewPanoramic Associates are supporting a public sector client who are seeking a Senior Commercial Contracts / Construction Lawyer to provide interim support. This is an immediate requirement to cover a gap in their construction expertise.
Responsibilities- Advising on and drafting large-scale construction contracts (JCT, NEC, call-off agreements).
- Support projects delivered through regional frameworks and arm's-length organisations.
- Provide wider commercial contracts support alongside construction work.
- Assist with procurement and advise on project delivery risks.
- Client-facing responsibilities, including progress reporting and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong experience in construction law (JCT, NEC, call-offs).
- Solid background in commercial contracts.
- Confident communicator, able to build client relationships and provide clear reporting.
- Experience working with arm's-length organisations.
- Local government experience, particularly governance and member engagement.
- Wider commercial experience beyond construction law.
Start date: ASAP (flexible for the right candidate).
Hours: Full-time.
Location: West Midlands-based client with remote work option.
How to applyIf this sounds suitable for you, or someone you know, please send an updated CV and contact number to Sean Cloherty at Panoramic Associates so we can discuss further.