Legal advisor

11 hours ago

Montréal QC HY S, Canada Pomerleau Full time
General Information

Job Location

  • Montreal, QC

Date Published

23-Jan-2026

Department

Compliance & Legal

Employment Type

Permanent

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Role Type

Full-Time

Job Description

Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.

As a Legal Counsel within Pomerleau's Operational Support team, you will play a key role in the company's future success by providing strategic legal advice in business law and commercial law. Supporting large-scale construction projects—ranging from $1.5 million to over $1 billion—you will act as a subject‑matter expert to support the daily activities and operations of the company (Pomerleau and its subsidiaries).

What you will do

  • Prepare, review, analyze, comment on, and negotiate various types of contracts (including, among others, different types of construction contracts, subcontracts, service agreements, etc.);
  • Advise project team members on any legal-related matters;
  • Maintain and update the company's and its subsidiaries' template library and certain corporate documents;
  • Review, analyze, and comment on documentation for public tender processes, including for alternative delivery projects;
  • Respond to legal inquiries and support company personnel involved in operations across various projects;
  • Coordinate and collaborate with external legal counsel;
  • Perform any other related tasks connected to the operations of the company and its subsidiaries.

This role could be for you if you have

  • A bachelor's degree in law and membership with the Québec Bar (membership in another Canadian provincial bar will be considered an asset);
  • Approximately five years of experience in commercial and corporate law;
  • Relevant experience with PPP type contractual agreements (considered a significant asset);
  • Practical knowledge of the construction industry;
  • Excellent negotiation and persuasion skills;
  • Strong legal argumentation abilities, both written and verbal;
  • Good knowledge of computer tools and job related software;
  • Ability to demonstrate judgment, initiative, leadership, autonomy, versatility, and team spirit;
  • An analytical and solutions oriented mindset;
  • Strong ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines;

  • Capacity to manage multiple files simultaneously;

  • Willingness to travel occasionally to different regions of Canada where work related representation may be required.

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 four 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. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.

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