Legal Counsel

2 weeks ago

Markham, Ontario, Canada Parsons Full time
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When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons.

Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We've got what you're looking for.

LEGAL COUNSEL (Telecommute)

Target Locations:
Canada: Markham, ON, Montreal, QC

When it's all about the details, we need you the most
They say, "the devil is in the details" and we know why. It's a devil of a problem when attention to detail is lacking. We value people who don't take the little things for granted. You know that accuracy counts. Your precision and care set you apart. That's why we would like to meet you.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide contract reviews and legal advice to the Critical Infrastructure Business Unit on proposals, contracts, and operational matters.
  • Assist negotiating the most favorable terms and conditions with prospective and current clients while achieving company objectives. Identify risks and contractual terms not conforming to Company policy.
  • Participate in strategic planning activities for the Critical Infrastructure Business Unit (e.g., risk assessment, bid/no bid analysis, participation in business plan development, etc.).
  • Analyze legal matters arising in connection with project pursuit or execution, and as otherwise raised by management, and provide advice and counsel based upon research and acquired legal experience.
  • Negotiate and/or oversee the negotiation of various types of contracts, including but not limited to nondisclosure agreements, teaming agreements, prime contracts, joint venture agreements, environmental remediation contracts, and software license agreements.
  • Provide advice and assistance with construction / engineering / environmental and technology claims and disputes with contractors, owners, and subcontractors.
  • Negotiate technology elements related to construction and engineering contracts, including BIM agreements and software licensing agreements.
  • Maintain an active participation in related professional societies to keep abreast of relevant contractual/legal issues.

Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctorate (JD) required
  • Requires a working knowledge of industry business practices and experience negotiating a variety of contracts arising within the Critical Infrastructure Business Unit, including but not limited to nondisclosure agreements, prime contracts, teaming agreements, joint venture agreements, project management agreements, environmental and environmental remediation contracts, technology and technology licensing agreements, and related contracts.
  • Minimum 3+ years of related work experience in the construction, engineering, environmental fields is required.
  • Must be capable of identifying and mitigating risk exposure in, and negotiating contracts in, the fields of engineering, construction, environmental remediation.
  • Experience working with engineering or technology product teams or negotiating complex agreements with technology partners is highly desirable.
  • Must possess superior management and interpersonal skills, as well as excellent written and oral communication skills, and a working knowledge of PC software packages typically associated with contract management and administration.
  • Must be driven to learn and understand the technical and legal elements that impact the Critical Infrastructure Business Unit and to become a trusted advisor to the various stakeholders within the Critical Infrastructure Business Unit.
  • Bilingual in French-Desired

Expect to be treated well in our supportive environment


Join our culture of respect and encouragement, an organization with an honest commitment to letting employees know that they are valued.

Our supportive atmosphere works to strengthen the bonds between our diverse staff members, fostering inclusion, cooperation, and accomplishment.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Corporate team.

We're driving the future of the national security and critical infrastructure markets.

Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world.

By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insu

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