Projects and
Construction

No other firm in Ireland has the depth of resources and recent projects and construction experience that we have.

Our partner-led projects and construction group advises on all aspects of the development of infrastructure projects in both the public and private sectors, acting for employers, developers, contractors, investors and lending institutions.

Collectively the group has advised public and private bodies on over 300 major infrastructure projects, among which are some of the largest infrastructure projects undertaken in Ireland.

Our expertise spans all sectors, including commercial, health, housing, transport, renewables, industrial, student accommodation, and ports amongst others.

Given the complex nature of construction and infrastructure projects, disputes arise from time to time. We provide strategic and commercial advice to drive an expeditious resolution of disputes in order to minimise the impact on projects.

We have advised on some of the most significant and largest infrastructure developments in Ireland over recent years.

The key to our success is the collaborative approach of our team to deliver upon our clients key aims and how we collaborate as one team leveraging our expertise across planning, procurement, project finance, real estate and construction to the benefit of our clients. The strength and depth of our resources is unparalleled in the Irish market and we draw on these resources to deliver innovative solutions in often complex and challenging matters. We are consistently ranked as a top tier firm, so you can be assured that you are being advised by experts.

On the non-contentious side, the team advises on:

  • contracts for building and engineering works at all tiers
  • PPP contracts for both the public and private sector
  • development agreements in respect of infrastructure projects
  • contracts for design consultancy services
  • construction management services
  • collateral warranty documentation
  • regulatory issues including building control and health and safety
  • health and safety appointments

On the contentious side, the firm has advised on a variety of complex construction disputes arising out of some of the most significant construction projects in the country’s history, representing both public and private sector clients. We have successfully acted in numerous conciliation adjudication and arbitrations arising from construction and civil engineering contracts.

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Recent Work

  • Advising a major developer on the construction of an EMEA HQ in Dublin 4 for international social media entity (325,000 square feet Grade A offices), LEED platinum rating.
  • Advising various developers/investors on significant residential housing developments, both private and social/affordable.
  • Acting for a local authority in respect of a 650 unit housing development in Athlone.
  • Acting for major financial institutions in respect of the development finance of private residential developments and commercial office developments.
  • Advising several third level institutions on capital projects on campus.
  • Advising tenderers in relation to social housing and third level institution PPP projects.
  • Acting for international renewables company in the development of one of Ireland’s first battery storage plants (50 MW).
  • Acting for National Development Finance Agency on the development of schools projects.
  • Acting for the HSE on a Community Nursing Unit PPP and primary care centres.
  • Advising public and private sector clients on tender processes and construction contracts under the Capital Works Management Framework.
  • Advising on the construction law aspects of major renewables projects, including wind, solar, district heating, amongst others.
  • Advising contractors and employers in relation to claims for non-payment and in a variety of insolvency scenarios.
  • Advising in adjudication proceedings (both statutory and contractual) arising out of PPP projects and high-profile private developments.
  • Advising in conciliation, mediation and arbitration proceedings arising out of both standard and bespoke industry contracts.
  • Advising in health and safety investigations and prosecutions.

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Philip Lee are excellent, they go above and beyond.
Chambers Europe, 2024
The lawyers are very proactive and clear to deal with. They don’t tie everything up in complex language, they break stuff down so it is easily understood and we can see what the issue is and what the solutions might be.
Chambers Europe, 2023
Philip Lee is very focused on its clients and gets to grips very quickly in understanding the client’s requirements so that it can target the best advice.
Legal 500, 2023
The Philip Lee construction team are very much at the top of their game – experienced, approachable and with a wealth of knowledge about their clients, the industry and the law.
Legal 500, 2024
They are very accessible, always available and friendly. They are also knowledgeable and dedicated to the tasks at hand.
Legal 500, 2024
Philip Lee has a very strong ability to understand issues and offer advice.
Chambers Europe, 2024
The team offers comprehensive advice and service that provides clients with confidence that they are well informed on issues.
Chambers Europe, 2024

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