Legal Counsel
PACT (Pearson Accelerator Construction Team) is a General Partnership of Alberici, Amico, Kenaidan, and Obayashi, supported by design partners Egis, Mott MacDonald, and Weston Williamson + Partners. Together, we are delivering Accelerator, a major program of Pearson LIFT (Long-term Investment in Facilities and Terminals), Toronto Pearson's infrastructure development plan. This multi-year program is designed to address immediate passenger growth demands while preparing Canada’s largest airport for the future of air travel—including critical upgrades to airfield and infrastructure, greenhouse gas reduction initiatives, modernization of Terminals 1 and 3, and the creation of a world-class passenger experience.
JOB SUMMARY
PACT has a current opening for a Legal Counsel to join its dedicated project legal team.
In this role, you will support the joint-venture constructor’s delivery of the Greater Toronto Airports Authority multi-year Accelerator program.
The ideal candidate will safeguard the constructor’s commercial interests, manage interface risks, and ensure contractual compliance, while acting as a reliable point of contact for all members of the project team concerning legal matters.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Contract Interpretation, Negotiating and Administration
- Drafting specialized subcontracts, amendments, and settlement agreements, and providing direct assistance to the project procurement team
- Becoming familiar with and advising on the prime project agreement
- Providing advice regarding the Ontario Construction Act
- Conducting legal research and drafting briefings and reports
- Assisting with interface issues that may arise with and between subcontractors
Claims and Dispute Management
- Drafting and reviewing contractual correspondence in collaboration with the commercial, construction, and contract management teams
- Assist with assessing entitlement to change orders and delay claims
- Assist with reviewing delay notices and change requests under the prime agreement
- Supporting the management of subcontractor claims, litigation, and other dispute resolution proceedings
- Management prompt payment mechanics in compliance with the Ontario Construction Act
- Coordinate construction adjudications and assemble evidence for active dispute files
Regulatory and Corporate Compliance
- Communicate with the corporate legal departments of the members of the partnership
- Provide support to the construction team, including in respect of permitting matters, building codes, the Airport Construction Code, and other regulations and codes applicable to the project
- Conduct training on legal topics
DESIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
- D. or LL.B.
- Law Society of Ontario membership (L1)
- 3 to 5 years of post-call corporate or commercial work experience, preferably including experience in construction law and alternative contract delivery models
- Familiarity with commonly negotiated contractual terms in construction contracts, including equivalent project relief and obligations that are back-to-back
- Familiarity with construction insurance, surety bonding, and standby letters of credit
- Strong drafting skills and ability to draft custom agreements
- Commercial acumen to quickly identify operational, financial, and interface risk
- Problem solving mindset to deliver pragmatic, business-oriented legal solutions
- Clear written and oral communication skills
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position will be based at our office adjacent to Pearson Airport in Mississauga, Ontario, with visits to the airport grounds as may be required. Your work schedule will be Monday to Friday during regular office hours.
It is mandatory for all employees to complete a Criminal Background check and successfully attain a Restricted Access Identity Card (RAIC) upon joining the company.
PACT is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free candidate experience and work environment. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please advise Human Resources.
