Legal Counsel

Job Description

Among the largest construction companies in Quebec and a Canadian leader in construction, EBC has been working for more than 55 years in the building, civil works and mining sectors. In collaboration with its business partners, EBC successfully carries out ambitious and diversified projects, applying the highest safety standards, while prioritizing customer satisfaction.

From its offices in Quebec, Montreal, Brossard, Ottawa, Toronto and Vancouver, EBC wishes to continue developing its position as a Canadian leader in the completion of major construction projects such as the Champlain Bridge , the CHUM, the REM , the infrastructure of municipalities in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), the dams and Hydro One and OPG stations, the Metrolinx projects , Site C, John Hart Dam in British Columbia, as well as many others,  while retaining its human values.

Working at EBC means joining a growing construction company, active across Canada and in a variety of fields. It also means working for a company that cares about the health and well-being of its employees, and which is involved with them and in its community. EBC is recognized for the quality of its achievements and for its ability to deliver the goods even on the most difficult projects. This strength comes from our competent, committed and motivated staff. Our site and project management teams are supported by a dedicated administrative group, a collaboration essential to achieving our objectives.

At EBC, we appreciate the rigor of the working methods and the expertise of the employees, and they are proud to work for a major company that respects them and places their health and safety above all else.

The Mission of the legal department is to advise, protect and enforce EBC’s rights throughout the life cycle of a project : from business development to proposals, from execution to servicing built projects.

By joining EBC Legal Affairs, you will join a young and dynamic team at the heart of operations and risk management which supports management in its decisions. You will be called upon to interact with a wide variety of stakeholders within a growing company, but always focused on its values. EBC’s legal affairs team includes 9 lawyers, 1 paralegal and 3 engineers, mainly located in the Montreal, Brossard, Quebec and Vancouver offices.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director, Legal – Disputes & Claims, you will collaborate closely with other legal team members, project teams, administrative divisions, and senior management to deliver diverse strategic and legal services across EBC’s projects.

• Analyze litigation files and recommend strategies for resolution.
• Advise project teams in advance on potential disputes.
• Contribute to the drafting and preparation of claims and litigation files.
• Provide legal guidance to resolve disputes effectively.
• Coordinate with external counsel and experts; monitor judicial or arbitration proceedings.
• Support the continuous improvement of legal practices within the company.
• Train internal teams on best practices.

Requirements

Requirements

Skills and attitudes required

Benefits

Conditions offered by EBC

Requirements

Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Law; member in good standing of the Québec Bar and / or another Canadian provincial bar since at least 2022. 3–8 years of relevant experience in industry or law firm, in construction or commercial litigation. Excellent written and spoken English and French. Willingness to travel occasionally to other EBC offices or external sites on larger projects. Skills and attitudes required Collaborative team player with strong leadership and ability to influence project stakeholders. Sharp judgment and resourcefulness. Analytical mind, solution-focused. Excellent organizational skills and prioritization. Autonomy, discretion, attention to detail, rigour, initiative. Clear communication at all organizational levels.