Construction and engineering solicitors

A comprehensive construction law service for both projects and dispute management.

Our construction solicitors are nationally recognised. We provide a full service advising on all aspects of construction risk management from procurement to completion.

Clients include employers, contractors, sub-contractors, consultants, developers and end-users across all sectors. We are involved in a wide and diverse range of projects from biomass CHP plants, to mixed-use commercial schemes, university campuses, police and fire headquarters and more.

Why choose our construction lawyers?

Our construction lawyers take pride in offering the highest level of commercial advice. Our experience in acting in every stage of a construction project gives us the depth of knowledge to understand and address issues faced by clients in the industry. We listen to our clients and work closely with them to help understand and achieve their commercial aims.

We draft and negotiate on all the major standard forms of contract, including JCT, NEC, FIDIC, MF/1 and IChemE and prepare bespoke contracts where appropriate.

We are experienced in all forms of construction dispute resolution, including adjudication, arbitration, litigation, mediation and expert determination endeavouring to find a creative and cost-effective method for the early and commercial resolution of issues.

Sectors we work in include:

Commercial Development
PRS
Student Accommodation
Transport
Education
Health
Utilities
Energy
Investment
Local Government
Registered Providers

Our construction and engineering law services

Accolades

Outstanding team quality with a good understanding of our companies needs & aspirations. The team provide clear and concise advice.
Legal 500 2025
Their knowledge of the industry is fantastic and they offer good advise, describing different scenarios and potential outcomes. The billing is informative and will also provide full costs to date, which helps in ensuring spend/budgets are managed. Requests for information are dealt with swiftly and information received on return is informative.
Legal 500 2025
The Weightmans team are always promptly available when you need them and are very responsive. The team always demonstrate fantastic knowledge of the law, including being able to give the most up-to date advice on developing statutory issues or cases.
Legal 500 2025
The people are always honest but reassuring. They explain the facts in simple terms allowing collaborative decisions to be made along the way.
Legal 500 2025
The team are experts in their field. The advice they provide is essential for us to progress the claims we are working through.
Legal 500 2025
I have found the breadth and depth of experience within the Weightman's team to be excellent. The solicitors are very quick to respond and keep to agreed timelines.
Chambers 2025
They are a strong team which is motivated, client-driven, commercially focused and professional.
Chambers 2025
The team at Weightmans is always prompt and there when you need them.
Chambers 2025
Their lawyers have an exceptional ability to understand and interpret complex technical matters.
Chambers 2025
Weightmans has strength at all tiers. As a national firm, it can bring resources in when required.
Chambers 2025