Senior Legal Counsel - Litigation

Overview Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you. As Senior Legal Counsel in Pomerleau’s litigation group you will play a pivotal role in the future success of one of Canada’s largest construction companies. The successful candidate will manage a wide range of complex legal matters throughout common law Canada and the United States and will provide strategic legal advice in support of Pomerleau and its subsidiaries’ operations.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic legal advice to project teams and senior leadership in support of ongoing projects across Canada and the United States.

Provide legal counsel on a wide range of construction-related disputes, contract negotiations, claims, procurement, insurance, environmental, labour, real estate, and other legal matters.

Manage active disputes on the company’s behalf including preparation of pleadings, conducting of examinations, and attendance at mediations, trials, and arbitral hearings.

Advise on, and assist in the development of, risk management strategies and policies to minimize legal exposure.

Oversee external counsel and coordinate legal proceedings to ensure effective representation.

Prepare and lead internal legal training seminars.

Monitor legal developments and industry trends to provide proactive advice and training.

Qualifications

5 to 10 years of experience in private practice at a leading Canadian law firm, or as in-house counsel, with experience in commercial litigation and contract disputes.

Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple files simultaneously, and perform tasks within tight timelines.

Excellent legal reasoning, judgment, and the ability to apply these skills in a solution-focused problem-solving manner.

Ability to explain complex legal principles clearly and concisely in both verbal and written form.

Excellent negotiation and advocacy skills.

Initiative, leadership, autonomy, versatility, and a team-oriented attitude.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively with both legal and non-legal professionals.

Open to business travel to various regions of Canada and the United States as required.

Hold an LL.B. or J.D. degree and are a member in good standing of the bar in a Canadian common law jurisdiction.

Additional Assets

Fluently bilingual in both official languages.

Knowledge of the construction industry.

Benefits

RRSP with up to 5% employer matching.

Hybrid work model for corporate roles.

Employee stock ownership program.

Career growth through real development opportunities.

Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free.

Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one.

Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.

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