Construction Lawyer

Ignite Talent Solutions; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Construction Lawyer with over three years of experience. This exciting role offers the chance to handle diverse litigation cases related to construction, infrastructure, and engineering. You will negotiate and litigate various disputes while advising clients on construction contracts. Join a firm that values diversity and inclusion, investing in employee growth and well-being. Enjoy a competitive compensation package while working in a close-knit team environment on multiple projects. If you thrive under pressure and have a passion for construction law, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 3+ years of post-call experience in Construction Law and Litigation.
• Strong knowledge of the Construction Act and related legislation.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation files independently and as part of a team.
• Negotiate and litigate construction disputes and advise on contracts.

Skills

Litigation

Construction Law

Negotiation

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Law Degree

Job description

Construction Lawyer

Job description

Our client is a leading full-service law firm headquartered in Mississauga with multiple additional offices across the region. They are currently looking to add an entrepreneurial Lawyer with 3+ years experience in Construction Law. The position will involve exposure to the legal, contractual, regulatory, and transactional issues and procedures related to construction, infrastructure, and engineering with an opportunity to focus on and develop expertise in one or more specific practice areas.

Your new role

In this new role you will be required to handle many files through the litigation process both independently and as a member of an experienced team. The successful candidate will have carriage of his/her own files and will also work with senior counsel on more complex matters. In this role you will be negotiating and litigating all types of construction disputes. You will deal with matters including issues relating to the tender process, procurement, money due, deficiencies, liens, trusts, and negligent work. You will also advise clients in the negotiation and drafting of all construction-related contracts, including design-build, construction management, stipulated sum prime contracts and subcontracts, P3 contracts, and tender and RFP documents.

What you will need to succeed

To be considered for this position, you must have a minimum of 3 years’ post-call experience, with demonstrated knowledge and interest in Litigation particularly construction. You can work well under pressure, manage priorities, and meet deadlines. You will also have strong teamwork skills, be trustworthy, accountable, proactive and have a positive work attitude. You have the confidence and legal acumen to do great work, and relish in the thrill and accomplishment of winning a case to better your client’s causes. You have thorough knowledge of the Construction Act and other legislation.

What you will get in return

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a business that invests heavily in the growth and wellbeing of their employees. You will be part of a team that puts diversity and inclusion at its core. You will be welcomed into a very dynamic close-knit environment and have the pleasure of working on multiple projects. The firm offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now', or call us now at 647 370 8488 for a confidential discussion.