Project Legal Counsel at Alcion

Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Infrastructure, Construction, Sustainable DevelopmentIndustries

Requirements

  • An active member, in good standing, of the Law Society of Ontario
  • At least 5 years of full-time experience specifically in construction counsel roles
  • Working experience/knowledge of commercial contract laws
  • Experience on progressive/collaborative contracting models and other large complex construction projects is preferable
  • Strong verbal reasoning skills
  • Effective communicator with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and a wide variety of project stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Advising the project team in respect of matters relating to the project agreement (“PA”) and legal risk
  • Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing subcontracts and template documents (including construction subcontracts, supply/purchase agreements, property agreements, professional services agreements, etc.) in collaboration with the project team and the project owner
  • Being the first point of contact for all legal matters affecting the project
  • Providing advice regarding the Construction Act
  • Supporting the management of subcontractor claims, litigation and other dispute resolution proceedings
  • Providing support to the construction team, including, in respect of property and permit matters
  • Advising the contract management team in respect of the administration of contracts being performed (including professional services agreements, supply agreements and construction subcontracts)
  • Drafting and reviewing correspondence between the project team and project owner in collaboration with the commercial, construction and contract management teams
  • Conducting legal research, drafting memoranda, drafting internal briefings and reports
  • Providing training and instruction in respect of the PA, standard form agreements, the Construction Act, general contracting practices and compliance-related topics (including safety matters)
  • Communicating and coordinating with the corporate legal departments of the partnership and external legal counsel

Skills

Legal Risk Management
Contract Drafting
Contract Negotiation
Subcontract Review
Project Agreement
Construction Contracts
Infrastructure Law

Alcion

Develops advanced technology solutions for clients

About Alcion

Alcion.ai is focused on developing advanced technology solutions, likely in the fields of artificial intelligence, machine learning, or data analytics. Although specific details about its products are not publicly available, the company aims to serve a diverse range of clients, including businesses and possibly individual consumers, by providing software or technology services that address complex problems. Alcion.ai generates revenue through various models, such as subscription-based software, one-time purchases, or consulting services, which helps create a steady income stream. What sets Alcion.ai apart from its competitors is its commitment to employee well-being, offering comprehensive health and retirement benefits, supporting remote work, and organizing regular in-person meetups to strengthen team dynamics. The company's goal is to deliver valuable technological solutions while fostering a positive work culture.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
$28.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
11-50Employees

Risks

Potential conflict of interest with Veeam, a competitor, leading their Series A funding.
Rapid evolution of ransomware tactics may outpace Alcion's current security measures.
High rate of cloud security incidents poses challenges for maintaining robust security.

Differentiation

Alcion offers AI-driven data protection, focusing on ransomware and malware threats.
The company provides a unique MSP partner program for Microsoft 365 backup services.
Alcion emphasizes a modern, AI-driven architecture for intelligent threat detection.

Upsides

Alcion raised $21 million in Series A funding, led by Veeam, boosting growth potential.
The enterprise data management market is projected to grow at a 12.1% CAGR until 2030.
Alcion's AI-driven solutions align with increasing demand for cloud-based data protection.

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