Corporate Paralegal

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Domaco-Encocorp Construction (DEC) is a leading EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contractor specializing in the full-cycle development of mission-critical data centers across North America. With decades of combined experience and a strong portfolio of successful data center builds, our team is committed to delivering high-performance infrastructure that meets the most rigorous industry standards. Our integrated approach brings together design, engineering, and construction expertise to ensure precision, speed, and quality at every stage.

Job Summary

The Corporate Paralegal supports external counsel and Senior Management by drafting, reviewing, and managing construction-related contracts and legal documents. This role focuses on ensuring contractual compliance, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with risk management for construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

· Draft, review, and organize letters of intent and construction contracts, subcontracts, amendments, change orders, purchase agreements, as well as documents for contentious matters, including instructions to external counsel

· Carrying out basic legal research and preparing short reference notes

· Assist internal and external counsel with contract negotiations and revisions

· Undertaking initial reviews and organization of documentation in respect to matters

· Ensuring the proper management of documents, including organising and managing electronic data sites, uploading documentation and making sure that documents are properly bundled, indexed and stored as appropriate

· Checking and proof-reading legal documents for quality, consistency and content

· Manage and track insurance policies, certificates, bonds, lien waivers, and other project-related documents

· Manage the opening and closing of project sites with municipal and/or government authorities

· Support compliance with federal, state, and local construction laws and regulations

· Assist with claims, disputes, RFIs, and litigation preparation (document collection, summaries, timelines)

· Coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, and external counsel regarding contract matters

· Perform legal research related to construction law, contract terms, and regulatory requirements

· Prepare correspondence, reports, and summaries for internal and external stakeholders

· Manage and renewals of all software licences and usager registrations

Required Qualifications

· Associate's or Bachelor's degree; Paralegal Certificate preferred

· 2+ years of paralegal experience, preferably in construction law, real estate, or commercial contracts

· Strong understanding of construction contracts and project documentation

· Proficiency with contract management systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

· Attention to detail

· Effective personal, organisational and time management skills, and the ability to juggle multiple demands and prioritise tasks

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating an ability to communicate with colleagues at all levels

· Common sense, commerciality and the ability to exercise sound judgement

· Strong IT skills with an interest in, or experience of, using technology to deliver work

· Determination to complete work with a high level of accuracy

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience with contracts and other standard construction forms

· Familiarity with lien laws, bonding, and insurance requirements

· Experience supporting litigation and/or arbitration in construction disputes

We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and employment process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Work Location: In person