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We have successfully delivered large infrastructure projects across Canada since 2001.  Our leadership and expertise span the entire value chain from research and development through construction, operation and maintenance of projects.  Currently involved in some of Canada’s largest infrastructure projects, ACCIONA delivers solutions that contribute to the economic and social progress of the communities in which it operates. www.acciona.ca 

The Ontario Line North – Elevated Guideway and Stations project team is seeking a Legal Counsel with strong experience in the construction industry. Reporting to the Commercial Director, the selected individual will provide legal leadership and support to Trillium Guideway Partners, a partnership between Acciona Infrastructure Canada and Amico Major Projects.

• Advising the project team in respect of matters relating to the Development and Master Construction Agreement (“DMCA”) and legal risk.

• Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing subcontracts and template documents (including supply/purchase agreements, professional services agreements, etc.) in collaboration with the Procurement department.

• Providing advice regarding the Construction Act.

• Supporting the management of subcontractor litigation and other dispute resolution proceedings.

• Ensuring compliance with applicable insurance requirements in collaboration with commercial and insurance teams.

• Providing support to the construction team in respect of property and permit matters.

• Advising the contract management team in respect of administration of contracts being performed (including design agreements and subcontracts).

• Drafting and reviewing correspondence in support of DMCA variations and claims in collaboration with the commercial and contract management teams

• Conducting legal research and drafting memoranda.

• Providing training in respect of the DMCA, standard form agreements, general contracting practices and compliance-related topics (including safety matters)

• Being first point of contact for legal management of regulatory matters affecting the project.

• Liaising with Acciona’s and Amico’s Corporate Legal Department and external legal counsel.

• An active member, in good standing, of the Law Society of Ontario.

• The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of full-time experience specifically in construction litigation or construction counsel roles.

• Demonstrated working experience/knowledge of commercial contract laws.

• Experience on progressive/collaborative contracting models and other large complex construction projects is a significant asset.

• Strong verbal reasoning skills with the ability to interpret the precise definition of written documents such as contracts, legislation and case decisions.

• Effective communicator, negotiator and consensus builder and can effectively influence without formal authority and work collaboratively with colleagues and divergent stakeholder positions.

The position is in-office, full-time based out of Trillium Guideway Partners’ downtown project office, at 2 Queen Street East. This location offers a dynamic work environment where the selected individual will collaborate closely with other project team members, the client and stakeholders at our co-located office.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023 & 2024 certification in Canada, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023 & 2024 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.