Corporate Counsel

2 weeks ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada Valard Group of Companies Full time
About the Valard Group of Companies

As a premier utility contractor in Canada and part of the Quanta Group, the largest electrical power contractor in North America, Valard has full-service capabilities for transmission, distribution, substations, foundations, telecommunications, and renewable energy.

Job Description: Legal Counsel

The Legal Counsel will be responsible for supporting all legal matters impacting the Valard Group of Companies, including contract negotiations, litigation, supply chain, construction projects, human resources, and other corporate departments.

Main Responsibilities:
  • Provide practical legal advice to Contract Managers and Administrators during pre-bid stages.
  • Advise Executive Management on contractual risks.
  • Negotiate contracts with clients and support Contract Managers with vendor and supplier negotiations.
  • Support construction projects with claims and issue resolution.
  • Deliver legal training to business units as required.
  • Collaborate with the internal human resources team on employment matters.
  • Provide guidance on various legal matters associated with business operations.
  • Prepare and draft agreements.
  • Ensure day-to-day business activities comply with laws and regulations.
  • Identify and mitigate organizational risk.
  • Run disputes resolution proceedings.
  • Lead special projects as required.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Laws (L.L.B.) or JD Degree.
  • Membership in a provincial law society.
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant corporate commercial law or litigation experience.
  • Construction law experience is an asset.
Key Qualifications:
  • Ability to analyze complex problems and consider multiple viewpoints.
  • Effective time and project management skills.
  • Pro-active approach to risk management and legal problem-solving.
  • Excellent communication skills.

We offer a competitive salary range $120,000 - $180,000 per year and a complete range of employee benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse workforce.


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