Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.
As a Legal Counsel working in the operational support team at Pomerleau Construction, you will play a pivotal role in the future success of the business by providing strategic legal counsel in matters of corporate and commercial law. Supporting large-scale building and infrastructure projects – ranging from $1.5 million to upwards of $1 billion – you will have the opportunity to provide strategic legal advisory and support on day-to-day activities and operations of the company (Pomerleau and its subsidiaries).

WHO WE ARE

We are Pomerleau, a national leader in the construction industry, specializing in building, civil and infrastructure, and major projects throughout Canada. For over 60 years, our team has worked hard to not only build amazing communities but also an environment where our employees can learn, develop and most importantly, THRIVE!
Our foundation is built upon our 5 core values that champion innovation, love, authenticity, excellence, and adaptability. We believe that our success hinges on cultivating and fostering a dynamic company culture. At Pomerleau, we are more than just a workplace; we are an energetic organization that thrives on collaboration, professional development, and most importantly, having fun!
Join us on a journey where your ambitions are nurtured, your ideas are valued and your colleagues are genuine friends. Together, we will create an environment that inspires greatness and transforms ordinary days into extraordinary experiences.
At Pomerleau, we are dedicated to developing a respectful and inclusive workplace. We believe that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to achieve, succeed, and be their authentic selves. We celebrate our differences as strengths, welcoming and encouraging all applicants.
We are committed to adapting and providing special accommodations to anyone with disabilities throughout any stage of the recruitment process. Please contact one of our recruiters directly to discuss how we ensure you are supported throughout the recruitment process

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Providing strategic legal advice to business leadership and management teams .

• Provide legal advice to project teams during construction of projects in Canada and the United States, including management and preparation of claims under project contracts .

• Provide general legal advice, as required by the companies’ business, in relation to disputes relating to public procurement, the environment, employment, labor, real estate and other areas of law .
• Manage all aspects of active litigation, arbitrations and administrative proceedings on behalf of businesses, including drafting pleadings, preparing for discovery, conducting discoveries and managing mediations, motions, trials and arbitrations
• Participate in the preparation and implementation of corporate
• Manage, coordinate and collaborate with external

THIS ROLE COULD BE FOR YOU IF YOU HAVE

• Hold a doctorate in law or a license in law and be a member of the Law Society of Ontario or another Canadian common law jurisdiction .

• The successful candidate will be required to obtain a federal personal security clearance at the secret level (10 years of continuous residence in Canada, clean criminal record) .

• Have 3 to 5 years of experience in private practice or as an in-house lawyer, with experience in construction law, commercial litigation and/or contractual disputes .
• Possess excellent legal reasoning, sound judgment and the ability to apply these skills to solution-oriented problem solving .
• Be willing to travel on business to various regions of Canada and the United States as required .

Other assets

• Perfectly bilingual in both official
• Knowledge of the construction