Procurement Student

PCL Construction; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Procurement Student in Halifax, NS for a 4-month term starting in May 2026. The ideal candidate is enrolled in a Supply Chain Management specialization and possesses strong time management, communication, and customer service skills. Responsibilities include managing procurement processes, maintaining inventory levels, and assisting in warehousing. This position offers valuable industry experience within a supportive environment focused on personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a post-secondary institution specializing in Supply Chain Management.
• Good with numbers and emphasizes attention to detail.
• Previous knowledge of the construction industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procurement processes including Requests for Quotes and Purchase Orders.
• Maintain inventory levels and report shortages.
• Classify and label inventory for future use.
• Communicate with managers regarding inventory levels.
• Implement control systems to reduce damage and obsolescence.

Skills

Strong time management skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Customer service skills

Strong computer skills

Education

Enrolled in Supply Chain Management specialization

Job description

The future you want is within reach.

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We’re a community of builders committed to building better communities. That’s why we’re always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what’s next in our industry.

We’re also looking at what’s next for you and how we can help you build a career you’re proud of. As a student at PCL, youwillget the opportunity for challenging work assignments in a supportive work environment which promotespersonal and professional growth.

We are seeking a Procurement Student for our Atlantic Canada district, within our Canadian Buildings Division that is available for 4 months starting May 2026 to work in Halifax, NS.

As a Procurement Student and depending on your assigned project, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our team by:

Responsibilities

• Helping in all aspects of the procurement process including Requests for Quotes, Purchase Orders, Price Lists, etc.
• Maintaining acceptable and accurate inventory levels and reporting shortages.
• Classifying, labeling, and warehousing all inventory for future use.
• Keeping accurate records of inventory levels and location for easy retrieval.
• Communicating with all department managers and the purchasing team on inventory levels and locations.
• Maintaining a record of all transfers and disposal.
• Implementing and following a control system to reduce damage, breakage, and inventory obsolescence.
• Assisting the receiving and shipping department in logging all incoming inventory purchases.
• Completing physical inventory counts as required and reconciling the inventory records for a complete and accurate count.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Supply Chain Management specialization in a post-secondary institution.
• Strong time management skills.
• Good with numbers and place a large emphasis on attention to detail.
• Strong communication and customer service skills and the ability to maintain a positive working relationship with clients.
• Strong computer skills.
• Previous knowledge of the construction industry would be considered an asset.

Next Step

• Please note that candidates who have been selected to move forward to the next stage of the recruitment process will receive an email to complete a short online video interview.

PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] with the position and location you are interested in.

Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!

Company: PCL Constructors Canada Inc.

Primary Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Job Title: Procurement Student

Requisition ID: 11152