Coordinator, Contract Services (Procurement Officer)

Defence Construction Canada; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government construction agency is seeking a Coordinator, Contract Services (Procurement Officer) in Edmonton. This role involves preparing contracts, advising Client-Partners on procurement, and managing relationships. Candidates should have a college diploma in a relevant field and experience in project management. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Public service pension

100% employer-paid health and dental premiums

$400 Wellness Allowance

$1,500 for mental health services

$750 Health Care Spending Account

Hybrid workplace options

Comprehensive vacation and paid leave plans

Qualifications

• Experience in project development or management related to infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and procedures.
• Ability to apply project and risk management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice to Client-Partners on procurement aspects.
• Review and submit Client-Partner information to contract authority.
• Negotiate contracts with proponents.

Skills

Project management

Technical document preparation

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Education

College diploma in architecture, engineering technology or related field

Tools

Computer software for project management

Job description

Are you a highly self-motivated professional with experience in project development or management, related to infrastructure projects?

Do you have a strong understanding of technical document preparation or review, including Statements of Work, technical drawings, and specifications?

Are you a great communicator, who is experienced in managing strategic relationships and utilizing positive negotiation tactics?

We are looking for a candidate with strong technical, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills to join our DCC team in Edmonton, Alberta.

The Coordinator, Contract Services (Procurement Officer), arranges and prepares standard contracts for the Client-Partners (e.g. construction, professional services). The incumbent determines Client-Partner needs, provides advice on appropriate procurement approaches, reviews Client-Partner documentation, and arranges for the preparation and submission of documents to the responsible contract authority. The incumbent also makes recommendations to the contract authority about initiating procurement, process decisions and contract awards, and manages the Client-Partner relationship.

KEY AND PERIODIC ACTIVITIES

Duties and responsibilities listed below are representative but not all-inclusive :

Primary

• Provide advice to Client-Partners on all aspects of procurement
• Review Client-Partner information (e.g. specifications, financial details, security) and assemble for submission to the contract authority
• Prepare procurement documents
• Review tender submissions for compliance and facilitate proposal evaluations
• Make recommendations to the contract authority for approval (e.g. procurement initiation, process decisions, contract awards)
• Negotiate contracts with proponents
• Respond to inquiries from bidders
• Communicate with Client-Partners and industry, including debriefing unsuccessful bidders
• Prepare Notices of Proposed Procurement
• Develop and maintain effective relationships within DCC, and with industry, the Client-Partners and / or stakeholders
• Ensure quality standards are met, in line with corporate and Client-Partner expectations

Other

Review and approve initiation and award of contracts, within delegated signing authority

Participate, promote and sometimes lead procurement planning with Client-Partners

Manage risk

Other duties as assigned

SKILLS

General and Specific Knowledge

Best practices, methods, trends and legislation in procurement

DCC and Client-Partner procurement processes and procedures

Government policies and trade agreements

Project and risk management principles

Formal Education and / or Certification(s) and Experience

Minimum : college diploma in architecture, engineering technology or related field with four years’ relevant experience, or the equivalent

Abilities

Use applicable computer software and operating systems

Apply project and risk management techniques

DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP

Provide functional direction and advice to employees and to Client-Partners

WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical office environment with occasional travel

Some work may be located on construction sites; incumbent may occasionally be required to wear basic safety equipment

Check out the benefits

Working with DCC offers excellent opportunities for growth – and entitles you to one of the job market’s best benefits packages. In your role as Coordinator, Contract Services (Procurement Officer), your package is valued at 25% to 30% of your salary.

Your package will include :

Public service pension

100% employer-paid annual sick leave, health and dental premiums, and life, accidental death, and short- and long-term disability insurance

400 Wellness Allowance (e.g., gym membership)

1,500 for mental health services on top of regular $1,500 paramedical coverage

750 Health Care Spending Account (for some medical expenses that aren’t covered under provincial plans or our standard insurance plan)

Telus Virtual Health Care

Maternity and parental leave top-up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for a maximum of 37 weeks

Hybrid workplace options including $400 allowance every two years to support work-from-home options

Enhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance program

Deluxe travel benefit plans

Comprehensive vacation and other paid leave plans