Senior Associate Counsel or Counsel - Construction Law

Senior Associate Counsel (Associate Counsel II) $144157 $169593
Counsel (Associate Counsel III) $153703 $180829

ABOUT US

Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home making it one of the largest regions in Canada and the fastest growing with a population thats expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography which is comprised of about 1800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities is as beautiful interesting and diverse as our government is organized in a twotier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Consistently named one of Canadas Best Employers by Forbes we offer a collaborative progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace aligned with our vision to create strong caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a fulltime employee and includes employermatched contributions.
• Employer of Choice Recognized as the highestranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
• Benefits and Wellness Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employerpaid benefits plan that includes extended health dental and life insurance access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Programand corporate discounts and purchase plans for daytoday products and services.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce Were committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential participate freely in society and live with respect dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to Senior Counsel Construction Law thisl is responsible for providing advice on a broad range of construction and procurement related legal issues to Regional Council Committees departments corporations boards and related entities and the Police Service Board including drafting and negotiating construction contracts and various construction procurement documents and providing legal advice on contract interpretation and dispute resolution on construction projects.

WHAT YOULL BE DOING

For the entire life cycle of construction projects from design and procurement to completion:

• Provides legal and procedural advice to various regional departments corporations boards and related entities on applicable legal requirements.
• Provides risk management advice and strategies.
• Provides general advice on obligations and responsibilities of Regional Council.
• Negotiates and prepares agreements and other legal documents for construction related municipal service delivery project implementation and operational requirements of regional departments corporations boards and related entities.
• Represents the Region and its boards and corporations on various construction matters in dispute resolution negotiation litigation and proceedings before the courts and various administrative tribunals.
• Prepares and reviews reports to Regional Council and Committees.
• Attends departmental and crossdepartmental meetings as required.
• Responds to client enquiries directly and/or resolves difficult or highly sensitive complaints either verbally or in writing.
• Negotiates with external agencies and municipal partners including Provincial and Federal government departments and ministries.
• Retains and instructs external legal counsel consultants and other professionals as authorized.
• Maintains current knowledge of developments in the law and their application to Regional responsibilities.
• Foster an environment that encourages teamwork innovation and continuous professional development within the team
• Provide guidance mentorship and effective leadership to junior lawyers and support staff ensuring their growth and optimal performance.
• Performs other duties as required to meet Branch and Departmental objectives.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a University Degree in Law (L.L.B. or Juris Doctor Degree (J.D..
• Membership in good standing as a Lawyer in the Law Society of Ontario.
• Senior Associate Counsel: Minimum five 5 years demonstrated experience in Construction Law as well as a strong background in Contract and Procurement Law.
• Counsel: Minimum seven 7 years demonstrated experience in Construction Law as well as a strong background in Contract and Procurement Law.
• Exceptional drafting and communication skills are required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service communication teamwork initiative/selfmanagement and accountability and flexibility/adaptability.
• Effective interpersonal and presentation skills to interact with members of Regional Council and staff of regional departments corporations boards and other government agencies.
• Proven ability to lead and manage diverse teams effectively
• Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications.
• Proven analytical and decisionmaking skills.
• Ability to exercise appropriate judgement and discretion in dealing with privileged or controversial matters.
• Demonstrated political acumen and ability to negotiate facilitate mediate and present information to a varied audience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service communication teamwork initiative/selfmanagement and accountability and flexibility/adaptability.
• Effective interpersonal and presentation skills to interact with members of Regional Council and staff of regional departments corporations boards and other government agencies.
• Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications.
• Proven analytical and decisionmaking skills.
• Ability to exercise appropriate judgement and discretion in dealing with privileged or controversial matters.
• Demonstrated political acumen and ability to negotiate facilitate mediate and present information to a varied audience.