Job Description
Overview
When you join NGE, you'll be joining an independent group: Innovative, responsible and supportive. Promoting the human dimension. Enabling real career development (more than 50 professions to explore). Committed to diversity and inclusion.
Senior Legal Counsel - Responsibilities
Application of the Group's Quality, Safety, and Environmental policies: Adheres to general safety guidelines (responsible driving, evacuation protocols, wearing PPE on-site, etc.). Promotes a preventive approach and is attentive to the health and safety of individuals, alerting if necessary. Complies with procedures related to their activity and actively participates in continuous improvement. Adheres to environmental protection guidelines, demonstrating appropriate environmental behavior and reporting issues when necessary.
Providing Legal Support in Contract Management and Performance of Works Contracts: Provide solution-oriented, practical, creative, and strategic advice to the project team regarding various legal matters, including project execution, contract interpretation, and regulatory compliance. In coordination with the procurement team and the subcontract management team, draft updates to subcontract template agreements and negotiate subcontracts and other related documents with vendors.
Advising and Assisting Internal Clients on General Legal and Contractual Issues: Assist in the prevention, mitigation, and resolution of claims and other disputes of varying complexity, including those relating to delays, changes, and insurance and surety bond matters. Identify and advise the project team on developing legal issues impacting the project (e.g., tariffs). Prepare and present documentation and resolutions regarding corporate legal matters to the joint venture executive leadership team. Provide and coordinate training for project team on relevant legal topics.
Team Player, Contributing to Effectiveness and a Positive Work Environment: Build strong partnerships and liaise with Contract Manager, in-house counsel, external counsel, consultants, and other key stakeholders. Adheres to company rules and work procedures, demonstrating teamwork and unity. Organizes activities independently to deliver quality work within deadlines. Contributes to a positive work environment, displaying transparency in all situations.
Qualifications
Essential:
8+ years active post-call experience practicing law
Member in good standing (or eligible for immediate membership) with the Law Society of Ontario
Direct experience supporting major infrastructure or construction projects
Well versed in the MS Office suite
Desirable:
Work experience in the construction/railway industry
Superior oral and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Able to work efficiently under pressure and manage competing deadlines
Bilingual English and French is an asset
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Civil Engineering
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Job Details
Posted Date:
October 9, 2025
Job Type:
Location:
Canada
Company:
NGE - BTP
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