Counsel - Large Infrastructure
Apply NowCompany: GHD Group
Location: Markham, ON L3P 8P3
Description:
Job Description
At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.
That's why we pledge to support and empower all of our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to drive change. We'll help you accelerate your career and empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life.
Together with your colleagues, clients and partners, you'll make an impact that is felt by all. See where your commitment could take you.
Who are we looking for?
Our office in Toronto, Markham, Mississauga and Whitby, ON is looking to bring onboard a Counsel - Large Infrastructure to support deliver legal, risk and compliance services to GHD's Canada-based Infrastructure business and commercial management team. As a Counsel, you will be responsible provision of legal, risk and compliance advice in support of the business sectors commercial transactional work; strategic support in relation to project delivery disputes and claims management; delivery of legal, risk and compliance support to the Canadian operations and project personnel, and Commercial Management leaders on an as required basis; and development of area(s) of substantive legal expertise.
In an ever changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.
We're seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.
As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.
See what the power of commitment can do for you.
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
Commercial transactional risk allocation - strategic pursuit advice and contract review:
Risk mitigation - project delivery disputes and claim management:
Support of the senior Operations and project personnel and Business Services leaders:
Development of area(s) of specialized substantive legal expertise:
What you will bring to the team:
Career experience:
Substantive legal expertise:
Problem solving:
Practice management competencies:
As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.
That's why we pledge to support and empower all of our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to drive change. We'll help you accelerate your career and empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life.
Together with your colleagues, clients and partners, you'll make an impact that is felt by all. See where your commitment could take you.
Who are we looking for?
Our office in Toronto, Markham, Mississauga and Whitby, ON is looking to bring onboard a Counsel - Large Infrastructure to support deliver legal, risk and compliance services to GHD's Canada-based Infrastructure business and commercial management team. As a Counsel, you will be responsible provision of legal, risk and compliance advice in support of the business sectors commercial transactional work; strategic support in relation to project delivery disputes and claims management; delivery of legal, risk and compliance support to the Canadian operations and project personnel, and Commercial Management leaders on an as required basis; and development of area(s) of substantive legal expertise.
In an ever changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.
We're seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.
As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.
See what the power of commitment can do for you.
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
Commercial transactional risk allocation - strategic pursuit advice and contract review:
- Assist Business Group Leaders, Project Directors, Project Managers and/or Team Leaders in their review and negotiation of legal documents with a view to achieving 'best for GHD' outcome and adherence with GHD's policies and protocols
- Assist in the development and implementation of project risk management procedures
- Management of all Variation, Change or Claim related negotiations, including issuance of all variation related correspondence
- Provide regular reports and updates to project stakeholders and appropriate executive leadership (including Senior in-house Counsel).
- Liaise and manage relationship with assigned external counsel on Large Infrastructure projects from contract negotiation to project completion, and if necessary through corresponding litigation process.
Risk mitigation - project delivery disputes and claim management:
- Provide legal support and strategic risk management advice on a real time basis in relation to challenged, higher risk, and more complex projects during the currency of project delivery, with a view of facilitating early de-risking of disputes and preservation of client relationships
- Collaborate with the Project Director (and/or other project personnel) in generation of 'lessons learned' in respect of material E&O claims matters upon claim close-out
Support of the senior Operations and project personnel and Business Services leaders:
- Provide legal, risk and compliance training to the region as required and be readily available for contractual and risk discussions and coaching of BGLs and technical staff
Development of area(s) of specialized substantive legal expertise:
- Build on experience and expertise in relation to construction law/infrastructure projects
- Development of specialized area of legal expertise in relation to variance and change negotiations
- Engage in active collaboration with Americas LRC Team colleagues in relation to specialized areas of expertise
What you will bring to the team:
Career experience:
- Three plus years legal experience, preferably in an engineering or construction law environment
Substantive legal expertise:
- Sound understanding of contractual and insurance issues relating to large infrastructure projects in the design-build sphere
Problem solving:
- Ability to identify solutions while considering legal, commercial and project considerations
Practice management competencies:
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a time efficient manner
- Ongoing development and maintenance of working capability on company legal, risk and compliance technology platforms
As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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