Legal Manager - Litigation

Job summary

The Legal Manager will provide strategic legal leadership and advice for major construction and infrastructure projects across Canada. They will manage complex legal disputes, oversee external counsel, and lead a team of legal counsel to deliver business-focused solutions.

Job details

JOB DESCRIPTION Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you. As Legal Manager – Litigation, reporting to the Senior Director, Legal Affairs, you will provide strategic legal leadership to support Pomerleau's operations and major construction and infrastructure projects across Canada. In this role, you will be a pivotal part of the future success of one of Canada’s largest construction companies. The successful candidate will manage a wide range of complex legal matters throughout eastern Canada, provide strategic legal advice in support of Pomerleau and its subsidiaries’ operations, lead a team of 1 to 2 Legal Counsel in delivering practical, business-focused solutions. What you will do • Provide strategic legal advice to project teams and senior leadership in support of ongoing projects in eastern Canada; • Provide legal counsel on a wide range of construction-related disputes, claims, procurement, insurance, environmental, labour, real estate, and other legal matters; • Manage active disputes on the company’s behalf including preparation of pleadings, conducting of examinations, and attendance at mediations, trials, and arbitral hearings; • Advise on, and assist in the development of, risk management strategies and policies to minimize legal exposure; • Oversee external counsel and coordinate legal proceedings to ensure effective representation; • Prepare and lead internal legal training seminars; and • Monitor legal developments and industry trends to provide proactive advice and training. This role could be for you if you have • 8 to 12 years of experience in private practice at a leading Canadian law firm, or as in-house counsel, with experience in construction or commercial litigation; • Possess the ability to manage multiple files simultaneously, and perform tasks within tight timelines; • Possess excellent legal reasoning, judgement, and the ability to apply these skills in a solution-focused problem-solving manner; • Possess the ability to explain complex legal principles clearly and concisely in both verbal and written form; • Possess excellent negotiation and advocacy skills; • Possess strong written and verbal communication skills; • Are open to business travel to various regions of Canada and the United States as required; • Hold an LL.B. or J.D. degree and are a member in good standing of the bar in in a Canadian common law jurisdiction. 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 six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers. The expected compensation range posted for this role applies to available work locations in Ontario and/or British Columbia. Offered compensation may vary from the posted range based on a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the final job for which they are hired. Please view this job on Pomerleau’s official Career Site if the posted compensation range is unavailable on a third‑party job board. 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. GENERAL INFORMATION Job Location * Toronto, ON Date Published 31-Aug-2026 Department Compliance & Legal Min Compensation 200 149 Max Compensation 270 790 Compensation Frequency Annual Employment Type Permanent Working Arrangement Hybrid Role Type Full-Time

What you’ll do

The Legal Manager will provide strategic legal leadership and advice for major construction and infrastructure projects across Canada. They will manage complex legal disputes, oversee external counsel, and lead a team of legal counsel to deliver business-focused solutions.

Requirements

Candidates must have 8 to 12 years of experience in construction or commercial litigation within a law firm or in-house setting. An LL.B. or J.D. degree and membership in good standing with a Canadian bar are required.

Benefits

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation

Listed skills

• Risk Management · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Procurement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Construction law
• Commercial litigation
• Strategic legal advice
• Risk management
• Dispute resolution
• Procurement
• Insurance law
• Environmental law
• Labour law
• Real estate law
• Negotiation
• Advocacy
• Legal training
• Team leadership
• Project management
• Case Law
• Legal Pleadings
• Legal Hearings
• Commercial Laws
• Lawsuits
• Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Risk Management
• Mediation
• Operations
• Real Estate
• Writing Systems
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Solutions Focused

Job areas

• Legal
• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Litigation Legal Assistant
• Law Partner
• Lawyers

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