Procurement Specialist

TEEMA; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm in Canada seeks a procurement professional to oversee complex procurement initiatives for construction and capital development projects. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in business or supply chain management, alongside at least 5 years of experience in public-sector procurement practices, especially within construction. Strong negotiation skills and knowledge of technical writing are essential for this role, which offers a salary range of $76,000 to $93,000.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience in procurement.
• Professional designation (SCMP) is an asset.
• Knowledge of competitive bidding and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement initiatives for construction projects.
• Develop procurement strategies based on delivery models.
• Prepare and review solicitation documents.

Skills

Public-sector procurement practices

Construction delivery systems

Contract negotiation

Technical writing

Risk management

Education

Post-secondary diploma in business or supply chain management

Tools

MS Office

Yardi

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Overview

Lead the planning, execution, and oversight of complex procurement initiatives related to construction and capital development projects.

Develop and execute robust procurement strategies that align with project delivery models (design-bid-build, design-build, construction management, and integrated project delivery), ensuring best value, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance.

Act as an advisor to internal clients on procurement planning, construction market trends, risk allocation strategies, supplier capacity, and contract structuring options.

Prepare and/or review comprehensive solicitation documents (RFPs, RFQs, ITTs), including technical specifications, evaluation frameworks, pricing models, and contractual terms tailored to construction and capital procurement.

Support complex contract negotiations, ensuring optimal outcomes in pricing, scope, clarity, delivery timelines, warranty terms, risk management provisions, and performance-based incentives.

Other tasks as needed for the role.

Qualifications

What you must have :

• Post-secondary diploma in a business, supply chain management or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• A professional designation related to the supply chain (i.e., SCMP) would be considered an asset.
• PMP or working towards a Project Management Designation would be considered an asset.
• Experience in public-sector procurement practices is required; Construction-related procurement is preferred.
• Strong understanding in alternative construction delivery systems, types of contracts, and Master Format specification methods is an asset.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of current trade agreements, legal principles and case law related to competitive bidding and contracts.
• Strong computer skills including formatting, editing and proofreading and ability to work with MS Office, Yardi (accounting software), Alberta Purchasing Connection (APC), and Bids Tenders.
• Knowledge of technical writing generally, specification writing practice, and in the use of Microsoft Office, SharePoint and Adobe Acrobat.
• Knowledge of guidelines and standards, master specifications, policies and practices related to bidding and contracting.
• Understanding of and knowledge of insurance and bonding as it applies to design, construction and facility management. Sound understanding of risk management related to procurement.
• Familiar with design and construction of capital projects.
• Access to a personal vehicle for work purposes, a valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance are required.

Salary / Rate Range: $76,000.00 - $93,000.00