Lead Legal Counsel

Lead Legal Counsel

TORONTO OR ANY MAJOR LOCATION IN CANADA | HYBRID

What if you could redefine what's possible?

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.

We are pathfinders and impact makers.

We are Visioneers.

We are WSP

The Opportunity

Shape What Comes Next

Bring your legal judgement to major transportation and infrastructure projects across Canada. As Lead Legal Counsel within the Commercial & Contracts Team, you will advise the Transportation & Infrastructure sector on complex contracts, strategic opportunities and project delivery, helping teams make informed decisions while protecting WSP’s interests.

Your Impact

• Lead the negotiation, drafting and interpretation of contracts for major, mega and alternative delivery model projects across Canada.

• Advise project teams throughout the project life cycle with strategic, practical and timely legal guidance.

• Review and negotiate public and private requests for proposals and support service offers for major and strategic pursuits.

• Assess the legal risk profile of business opportunities and present informed recommendations to internal decision-making committees.

• Guide compliance with WSP’s authorization matrix, corporate policies, governance requirements and applicable laws and regulations.

• Partner with the Claims & Litigation Team to assess contractual disputes and claims and advise on appropriate responses.

• Draft and review legal documents, including WSP contract templates, and engage with internal stakeholders, clients and project partners.

• Support ongoing projects and the broader Legal Team on emerging priorities and business needs.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Membership in good standing with a Canadian provincial bar.

• At least 10 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in-house, with experience supporting transportation and infrastructure projects.

• Demonstrated experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements in the construction and/or engineering industry.

• Experience with traditional and alternative delivery models, including collaborative agreements, progressive design-build, integrated project delivery, joint ventures, teaming and partnering agreements.

• Ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice for senior management, executives and multidisciplinary stakeholders.

• Strong business judgement, risk-management capability, conflict-resolution skills and the ability to manage multiple urgent priorities.

• A collaborative and autonomous approach, with initiative, sound organisation and careful attention to detail.

• Bilingualism in French and English is an asset; proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 is required. This hybrid role requires a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.

• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.

• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.

• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Bring your legal expertise to work that shapes how complex transportation and infrastructure projects move forward. Apply today and help WSP turn ambition into responsible, lasting impact across Canada.