Legal Coordinator - Construction Contracts

Legal Coordinator – Construction Contracts
Full Time

Are you a motivated and passionate individual, eager to advance your career? As one of Canada’s leading Mechanical/Electrical engineering firms, INVIRO is looking for a dedicated team member to join our growing team. Working with us means you'll be part of a close-knit team, tackling diverse and challenging projects in the ICI sector, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why INVIRO?
At INVIRO, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work environment. Our office, which is WELL Health-Safety Certified, is designed to promote a safe and healthy atmosphere where every team member can thrive. Joining INVIRO means becoming part of a family that values your contributions and is dedicated to achieving collective excellence. We are excited to see what you bring to our team!

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Draft, review, revise, and coordinate construction contracts, subcontracts, consultant agreements, RFPs, and related procurement documents consistent with industry standards.
• Support internal stakeholders by reviewing contracts for completeness, consistency, and alignment with company standards, escalating legal risks or deviations to internal leadership or external legal counsel as required.
• Assist with contract administration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Anticipate legal risks and provide mitigation strategies prior to award and execution of project contracts.
• Serve as the primary internal counsel for construction disputes, including delay claims, change orders, lien claims, trust issues, defaults, and performance issues.
• Assist in the dispute resolution activities including mediation, arbitration, adjudication, and litigation support when required.
• Provide timely legal advice to leadership, project management, and commercial teams on legal issues affecting project execution, procurement, and commercial decisions.
• Participate in project meetings where legal issues are likely to arise; provide legal clarity and solutions at various stages in the project.
• Maintain communications with relevant authorities when necessary to manage litigation strategy, cost, and outcomes.
• Train internal stakeholders (project managers, commercial leads, estimators) on legal contracting topics, industry best practices, and risk awareness.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in construction law and industry developments.
• Escalate issues to appropriate legal authority if needed.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Degree, diploma, or certificate in Law and/or Paralegal Studies is required.
• Licensed Paralegal in Ontario or equivalent experience focused on construction law and risk management.
• Experience reviewing and coordinating construction contracts, subcontracts, consultant agreements, and procurement documentation.
• Proven background in construction disputes and dispute resolution processes (dispute resolution, arbitration, litigation).
• Experience working within or alongside construction, engineering, property management or infrastructure companies.
• Experience advising stakeholders is an asset.
• Excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and commercial judgment.

Position Details:

• Type: Full-time, On Site
• Location: Scarborough, Ontario
• Purpose: Existing Vacancy
• Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.
• Compensation Range: $80,000 - $110,000 / annum

This compensation represents the Company’s current anticipated range for this position. Actual compensation offered may vary based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their application for consideration. While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodation Notice:
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met while keeping all details strictly confidential.

Each qualified applicant will receive consideration for employment without being subject to discrimination based on any characteristics protected by law.

AI Disclosure:
Please note that our organization uses AI (artificial intelligence) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by a recruitment team. For more information please contact us.

Recruitment Agencies:
Applications submitted by individual candidates are welcomed. Applications submitted by recruitment agencies or recruiters with which INVIRO does not have an existing agreement, no referral fees will be paid. Unsolicited resumes or applications from such agencies or recruiters will be deemed to be referred without fee or any other charges.