Construction jobs in East Lothian

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You will advise on all aspects of construction contracts, contribute to high-profile projects—particularly in the energy and infrastructure space—and work closely with a market-leading real estate team.

You will be supported by a collaborative and forward-thinking team culture, with flexible working options available.

We are looking for a Civil Construction Engineer to join our team, working for a leading EPC based in Scotland on an exciting new project which has just kicked off. Initial 12 month contract Site Based Outside IR35 Job description: Manage all civil construction activities related to the onshore substation, including site preparation, foundations, buildings, access roads, drainage, and utilities....

You will be responsible for reporting and repairing broken equipment.

You will receive training on the machinery giving you the ability to fault find and reduce downtime.

You will be part of a large maintenance team where you will be offered excellent training and support.

You will be working on a variety of complex and high-value contentious matters across all sectors of the construction industry – including infrastructure, energy, civil engineering, and utilities. This role offers the chance to take real responsibility early on, with ongoing support for your professional development and career progression.

A leading staffing service seeks a Sustainability Lead for a fixed-term project in Dunbar. In this role, you will drive sustainability initiatives on a major construction site and contribute to important carbon management efforts. The ideal candidate will have an engineering or environmental degree, seven to ten years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. A proactive attitude...

You will be responsible for reporting and repairing broken equipment.

You will receive training on the machinery giving you the ability to fault find and reduce downtime.

You will be part of a large maintenance team where you will be offered excellent training and support.

You will advise on all aspects of non-contentious construction law and will also support the contentious side of the team. A competitive salary and benefits package are on offer.

This leading multinational law firm is currently recruiting a Construction Associate or Senior Associate to join its established Non-Contentious Projects team. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work across a broad mix of UK and international projects, advising clients in sectors including real estate development, energy, infrastructure, and transport. The position involves providing...

Our client, a well-regarded UK law firm, is currently recruiting a Senior Associate or Legal Director to join its Construction & Projects (Contentious) team. This is a full-time position and can be based in Aberdeen, Edinburgh, or Glasgow. The role will focus on contentious construction matters, including advising clients on construction disputes across a range of forums. The successful...

You will advise public and private sector clients in the construction and engineering industry on a variety of disputes, utilising processes such as mediation, adjudication, litigation, and arbitration.

You will deal with the construction aspects of major property developments, you will also handle development agreements, building contracts, significant infrastructure and defence projects and advise on energy projects.

You will assist with contract analysis, evidence compilation, drafting pleadings and submissions, and representing clients in dispute resolution forums. There will also be opportunities to contribute to business development, legal updates, and team training initiatives, including the integration of legal technology and AI tools.

This leading Scottish Law Firm seeks a Solicitor or Associate to join its Non-Contentious Construction Team in Edinburgh or Glasgow. The team advises on major property development, regeneration, engineering, and energy-sector projects across the UK, working with developers, contractors, public bodies, funders, and consultants. The role includes drafting and negotiating construction documents,...

You will handle your own caseload, lead teams, support junior lawyers, and play a key role in business development. The successful candidate will bring at least seven years’ post-qualification experience in contentious construction law, with excellent technical ability, strong client relationship skills, and a commercial mindset.

You will be joining a collaborative and fast-paced environment where your expertise will be valued, and your contribution will make a real impact. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with at least five years’ post-qualification experience in contentious construction law to step into a dynamic role with a top-tier firm.

You will work closely with top-tier partners and contribute to cutting-edge projects across the UK. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in high-quality construction and engineering work, with expertise in energy sector contracts. Strong collaboration and communication skills are essential.

You will advise on a wide range of complex matters, drawing on extensive experience across various dispute resolution methods, including adjudication, arbitration, litigation in the Technology and Construction Court, mediation, and industry-specific procedures.

Our client, an independent UK Law Firm, is currently recruiting a Senior Associate to join its Construction & Engineering Team in Edinburgh. The team is one of the largest in the UK and operates across various sectors including transport, renewable energy and nuclear, defence and infrastructure. The team provides advice on a wide range of non-contentious construction matters, including projects...

You will act for a diverse range of clients in the construction sector, including contractors, employers, professional consultants, and local authorities. To be considered for this role, you should have a minimum of 7 years’ PQE with a strong background in commercial construction disputes.