Legal Counsel

Project

The Woodfibre LNG Project is located approximately 7 km west-southwest of Squamish, British Columbia. It involves the construction and operation of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility on the previous Woodfibre pulp mill site, which would have a storage capacity of 250,000 m3 and would produce approximately 2.1 million tons per year of LNG.

Woodfibre Management Ltd. is a privately held Canadian company based in Vancouver and a subsidiary of Pacific Energy Corporation Limited.

Position

The Legal Counsel is an integral part of Woodfibre LNG’s dynamic team. You will focus on interpreting EPC contract documents, providing legal advice on related disputes and claims, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. The role involves collaborating closely with senior management, project teams, and external counsel to mitigate risks, handle claims, and protect the company’s interests.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful applicant will perform the following:

Legal Advisory:

• Provide proactive and strategic legal advice to senior management and various departments on a wide range of issues, including contractual, regulatory, and compliance matters.
• Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations to guide business operations and decision-making.
• Draft and review policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure legal compliance.

Contractual Interpretation:

• Interpret and provide legal advice on EPC Contract documents.
• Review and assess claims in accordance with EPC contractual terms.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for claims, including evidence, status tracking, and approvals.
• Collaborate with project teams to address and resolve complex claims.

Dispute Support and Resolution:

• Assist project teams and external counsel in preparing documentation and presentations for arbitration, mediation, or court proceedings.
• Provide analysis on claims validity and strength of claim to support dispute resolution efforts.

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess legal risks related to business operations, transactions, and projects.
• Develop strategies to mitigate risks and ensure robust legal safeguards are in place.
• Advise on insurance policies, claims, and other risk-related matters.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with project management and project-related teams to ensure seamless communication on claims-related issues.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams on contract interpretation and claims management best practices.
• Provide regular updates and summaries to management on contract status and key issues.

Process Implementation and Improvement:

• Evaluate current claims and contractual processes, recommending and implementing efficiency enhancements.
• Develop and standardize best practices for claims processing, documentation, and contractual tracking.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB), Juris Doctor (JD), or equivalent.
• Common law qualified, with preference for Alberta or British Columbia bar admissions.
• 3-7 years of experience, preferably in a corporate, construction, or project-based environment.
• Experience in contract law, regulatory compliance, claims management, and dispute resolution is essential.
• Experience with English and Wales law a plus.
• Strong knowledge of contracts law, EPC claims management, and associated legal principles.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and office software.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Requirements:

• Experience working with large multi-disciplinary teams and contractors in a multicultural environment is an asset.
• Accepts responsibility and demonstrates a commitment to the delivery of tasks and targets.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to be innovative and vision-oriented with demonstrated ability to undertake strategic planning and implementation.
• Ability to work well under pressure, handle multiple tasks, and change priorities within tight time frames.
• Demonstrates and seeks accountability within the team.
• Expertise with a variety of computer programs, including the Microsoft suite of programs.
• Motivated and willing to take ownership of tasks.
• Energetic in pursuit of continuous improvement processes.
• Shares knowledge readily and encourages personal development.
• A valid driver’s license and passport.
• As required, the position is based in Vancouver, BC, with travel to the Calgary Office and EPC contractor’s office in Houston, Squamish (site), Ottawa, and others.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• This role will be a combination of office and site-based.

Only qualified candidates legally entitled to work in Canada will be contacted.

Woodfibre Management Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.

Thank you in advance for your interest!

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