Procurement Student

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

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Procurement Student for their Richmond location. The role involves sourcing materials, selecting vendors, and maintaining inventory records. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in a Supply Chain Management program and possess strong attention to detail and communication skills. This internship position offers valuable experience in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong desire to work in a construction environment.
• Ability to perform multiple projects effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Source materials, services and equipment as directed.
• Identify and select vendors to meet purchasing criteria.
• Expedite orders and maintain inventory records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Vendor selection

Expediting orders

Education

Currently enrolled in a Supply Chain Management program

Job description

Overview

The future you want is within reach. At PCL, we build the places where life happens and seek camaraderie in the process. We are a community of builders committed to building better communities and looking ahead to what’s next for you and your career.

As a student at PCL, you will have the opportunity for challenging work assignments in a supportive environment that promotes personal and professional growth. We are seeking a Procurement Student for our BC Region district within our Canadian Buildings Division, available for 4-12 months starting in January 2026. This position will report to the Purchasing Agent.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing materials, services and equipment as directed and in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Identifying and selecting vendors to purchase requisitioned commodities, meeting criteria such as price, quantity, quality, safety, and delivery date.
• Expediting orders.
• Shipping and receiving.
• Stacking, counting and placing goods in accordance with the warehouse organizational plan.
• Maintaining inventory levels and records.
• Preparing procurement reports and documentation as required.
• Providing equipment administration support.
• Practicing PCL safety practices.
• Assisting in all aspects, as is reasonably available, of procurement and equipment management activities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Supply Chain Management specialization in a post-secondary institution.
• Candidates must have a strong desire to work in a construction environment.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with clients.
• Ability to perform multiple projects effectively in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Pay Range: $19.88 - $24.38

PCL Student wages are determined individually for each student based on the number of completed school terms, relevant work terms, kind of role and work location.

Next Steps

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.

PCL celebrates diversity and is 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 employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. Any salary range displayed by a job board is an estimate. Your salary, which considers your unique qualifications and experience, is just one component of the total rewards you’ll enjoy at PCL. This may include an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan with matching, and career development programs.

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Employee Status: Internship Full-Time

Company: PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc.

Primary Location: Richmond, British Columbia

Job: Procurement Student

Requisition: 9782