Senior legal counsel

Pomerleau; Lévis; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP with up to 5% employer matching

Hybrid work model for corporate roles

Employee stock ownership program

Career growth through real development

Transit pass reimbursement

Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day 1

Job summary

Pomerleau is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join the Operational Support team to deliver strategic legal guidance on business and commercial law matters across major construction projects in Canada. You will support day-to-day activities, draft and negotiate a range of contracts, and advise project teams while coordinating with external counsel.

The role requires strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, with 5–8 years in construction or commercial law, and fluency in French and

Qualifications

• LL.B. or J.D. and Barreau du Québec membership.
• 5–8 years of experience in construction and/or commercial law.
• Experience with Public-Private Partnership (PPP) agreements is an asset.
• Proficiency in both French and English.
• Strong knowledge of the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and negotiate construction contracts, subcontracts, service agreements, and other commercial contracts.
• Provide legal advice to project teams on diverse matters.
• Maintain and update contract templates and corporate documents for the company and subsidiaries.
• Review bid documents for public procurement and alternative delivery models.
• Coordinate with external counsel and support company operations.

Skills

Negotiation

Legal drafting

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

LL.B./J.D. with Bar admission (Quebec)

Tools

Legal contract management software

Job description

Job Description

As a Senior Legal Counsel within Pomerleau’s Operational Support team, you will play a critical role in the company’s continued success by providing strategic legal advice on business and commercial law matters. Supporting major construction projects ranging from $1.5 million to over $1 billion, you will serve as a trusted legal expert, providing guidance and support for the company’s day-to-day business activities and operations across Pomerleau and its subsidiaries.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, analyze, draft comments on, and negotiate various types of agreements, including construction contracts, subcontracts, service agreements, and other commercial contracts;
• Provide legal advice and guidance to project teams on a wide range of legal matters;
• Maintain and update the company’s and its subsidiaries’ contract templates and certain corporate documents;
• Review, analyze, and comment on bid documents for public procurement processes, including alternative delivery project models;
• Respond to legal inquiries and provide support and guidance to employees involved in the company’s operations across its various projects;
• Coordinate and collaborate with external legal counsel;
• Perform any other related duties in support of the operations of the company and its subsidiaries.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B. or J.D.) and membership in the Barreau du Québec (membership in the law society of another Canadian province will be considered an asset);
• Approximately 5–8 years of experience in construction law and/or commercial law;
• Relevant experience with Public-Private Partnership (PPP) agreements (considered a significant asset);
• Practical knowledge of the construction industry;
• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills;
• Strong legal drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills, both written and verbal;
• Proficiency in both French and English;
• Strong knowledge of computer applications and software relevant to the role;
• Demonstrated judgment, initiative, leadership, autonomy, versatility, and team‑oriented mindset;
• Strong analytical and solution‑oriented approach;
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines;
• Proven ability to manage multiple files and priorities simultaneously;
• Significant people management experience (an asset).

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

For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

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.