About the RoleLNG Canada is seeking a construction lawyer to support the Phase 2 Projects scope for Plant and Company Provided Items during construction. This individual will provide professional, timely, cost effective and practical legal advice primarily to LNG Canada's Projects and Contracting & Procurement (C&P) groups, and mainly in relation to the negotiation, implementation and management of various engineering, procurement and construction contracts (Project Contracts), as well as dispute resolution strategy to support the Phase 2 Project delivery.
To succeed with us at LNG Canada, we need your enthusiasm to: Lead with Honesty: We act with integrity and courage, even when it is difficult.
- Communicate openly, clearly, and respectfully in all situations.
- Speak up when something doesn't feel right, including safety or ethical concerns.
- Take accountability for decisions and actions, and do the right thing for people and the business.
Nurture Our People: We create an environment where people feel supported, respected, and empowered to grow.
- Support the development of others through feedback, coaching, and collaboration.
- Build trusting relationships grounded in respect and inclusion.
- Assume positive intent and approach differences with empathy and fairness.
Grow Our Business: We focus our energy on work that delivers meaningful, long-term value.
- Prioritize what matters most and use time and resources effectively.
- Set clear goals, follow through on commitments, and deliver results.
- Look for opportunities to improve how we work and how we perform.
Connect with Purpose: We build strong connections and understand the impact of our work.
- Listen to, understand and value diverse perspectives.
- Foster inclusive, collaborative relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Align daily work with LNG Canada's purpose, values, and broader impact.
You will use your expertise to: - Provide legal advice in respect of the development and negotiation of Project Contracts, day-to-day contract management issues and claims avoidance and management.
- Support senior legal counsel on matters where appropriate.
- Provide and/or support relevant training and education for the Projects and C&P groups as required.
- Occasionally instruct outside counsel with managerial support.
- Play a key role to ensure alignment with the Project's policies and standards.
- Deal with multiple client groups simultaneously and prioritize conflicting matters appropriately.
- Support continuous improvements with a focus on shared learnings and best practices and mitigations arising from legal and contractual risk lessons learned from the Phase 2 Project or broader projects experience.
- Work effectively within the LNG Canada Legal team.
To be successful, you will have: - Between 7- 10 years at the bar with Canadian or common law experience with negotiating, advising and supporting the implementation and management of energy/oil & gas project related contracts.
- Strong legal, business, negotiation, facilitation, and drafting skills.
- Proven ability to address legal and commercial issues with practical solutions and sound risk mitigation strategies.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Good grasp of legal as well as business issues, industry developments and legal, social and political trends that may have an impact on the Project.
- Ability to function effectively within high-performing teams and maintain relationships within the organization.
- ability to contribute to the LNG Canada legal team and ensure that legal and compliance issues are taken into consideration and complied with.
- Fluent in English both spoken and written.
This role requires that you: - Be legally entitled to work in Canada (i.e., by way of Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work permit)
- Live in or are willing to relocate to Calgary.
- Are willing to comply with LNGC's drug-free and harassment-free work environment and comply with all safety policies and procedures.
We Offer: - A comprehensive LNG Canada relocation package (if required)
- A full suite of benefits including a flexible medical and health plan.
- A defined contribution pension plan with a matching program
- A competitive vacation offering to ensure a work life balance.
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