Legal Counsel, Risk Management
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Job Summary
The future you want is within reach. Lets build it together.
At PCL Constructors Inc. part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL) we dont just build projects -- we build opportunities careers and communities. We are 100% employee-owned every employee has a stake in our success and that shared commitment drives how we work grow and lead in the construction industry.
Were a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build with. That includes you. We are not only shaping the future of construction we are also committed to shaping the future of your career.
As a Legal Counsel Risk Management for PCL Constructors Edmonton Alberta (Corporate) reoorting to Vice President Risk Management youll be a trusted advisor empowering PCL teams with strategic legal and insurance guidance that directly supports our business goals. Youll help stakeholders navigate complex legal and claimsrelated matters identifying innovative costeffective solutions that align with PCLs strategic plan and protect our operational success.
Youll also play a key role in maximizing recovery on firstparty insurance claims and safeguarding the organization against thirdparty exposures. Your expertise will help drive sound decisionmaking reduce risk and strengthen PCLs overall resilience.
In addition youll contribute to a wide range of corporate and solicitorrelated legal tasks collaborating with our Risk Management team to support evolving business needs and ensure we continue to lead confidently in a dynamic industry..
Why Choose PCL
Choose a career with rewards that matter. PCLs total rewards are designed to support your growth well-being and future success -- because when you succeed we all do. Our offerings could include:
- Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
- Annual discretionary performance bonuses
- RRSP TFSA Pension Contribution Options
- Flexible medical dental and vision benefits
- Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
- Life AD&D and disability insurance
- Paid parental leave and family care support
- Health and lifestyle spending account options
- Mental health and wellness support including Employee Assistance Programs
- Career growth pathways leadership development and mentorship programs
- Access to world-class training through PCLs College of Construction and professional development courses
- Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions
Heres how a Legal Counsel Risk Management for PCL Constructors Inc. within Edmonton NAHQ contributes to our team:
Responsibilities
- Provides strategy and direction for the pursuit of insurance coverage and recovery where applicable.
- Retains and manages external coverage counsel.
- Works with the Risk Management Team on policy placements and recoveries for operations that span international and North American building civil and industrial construction projects.
- Works with other members of the PCL Legal Team.
- Provides internal coverage opinions regarding all insurance policies applicable to PCL (including corporate master program policies ownercontrolled and projectspecific policies) on all applicable losses.
- Assists with specific Errors & Omissions and Employment Practices Liability cases with insurers for all claims within these programs.
- Reviews and provides recommendations for PCLs corporate insurance program and insurancerelated and riskmanagement contracts to the Vice President Risk Management. Such agreements may include thirdparty service agreements trust and banking agreements and insurance policy wordings.
- Ensures a consistent approach to PCLs insurance claims handling throughout the company maintaining best practices and managing thirdparty adjuster relationships.
- Ensures the overall strategy of boots on the ground for liability claims monitors firstparty claims activity and elevates issues appropriately with insurers where applicable.
- Coordinates and conducts claim review meetings with all districts and provides direction for best practices.
- Supports the Captive Insurance companys legal governance finance strategies and processes.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years experience with insurance or construction related legal practice.
- A post-secondary degree in Law.
- Strong leadership skills and results orientated.
- Strong technical acumen in insurance.
- Excellent analytic problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to cope under pressure in a fast paced environment.
- Self-directed results-oriented able to work under extremely tight deadlines.
- Ability to plan organize and maintain attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with an emphasis on presentation negotiation and ability to influence others.
- Ability to understand broad and complex business issues.
- Strong project management skills.
- Dynamic proactive and decisive personality who adapts well to and initiates change.
- Knowledge of construction means and methods problem identification and project scheduling an asset.
- Experience working with and interpreting financial statements an asset.
- Ability to network with internal and external alliances including underwriters brokers internal stakeholders clients and lenders.
- Willingness to travel throughout Canada and the United States.
Your Work Has Purpose Here
PCL projects are where life happens where communities connect careers begin and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project we are building something bigger: a future thats inclusive resilient and full of opportunity.
At PCL Constructors Inc. we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit potential and the drive to make a difference regardless of race gender age ability or background.
We know everyones needs are different if you require accommodation during the application process please contact and include the position and location of interest.
This recruitment process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen assess or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.
Company: PCL Constructors Inc.
Primary Location: Edmonton Alberta (Corporate)
Job Title: Legal Counsel Risk Management
Requisition ID: 11415
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About Company
Build with PCL, a 100% employee-owned construction company providing exceptional services across Canada, the U.S., Caribbean, and Australia. We specialize in civil infrastructure, industrial, and building projects.
