Project Procurement Specialist Support

Socket.dev; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alberta Public Service’s Alberta Infrastructure is seeking a Project Procurement Specialist Support in Edmonton on a temporary one-year contract. This role supports the department’s Procurement Specialists and Tender Administration, handling daily administration, mailboxes, posting notices, CORES validation, and ICAPS vendor setup.

Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma and two years of related experience; assets include MS Outlook/Word/Excel/Adobe.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible related experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Running/completing message analyzers to determine if emails are received on time; forwarding to the applicable manager for confirmation of late status
• Overseeing/responding to requests from Procurement Support, Tender Administration, Procurement Services and Back up to Contract Review Committee mailboxes
• Posting notices on the Alberta Purchasing Connection (APC) website for external postings and related Addenda/Clarifications
• Validating status on the Corporate Registry System (CORES) and confirming legal name as it appears in CORES and on the bid/fee form
• Setting up new vendors and vendor locations in ICAPS once an active CORES status has been confirmed
• Validating correct Expenditure Officer's (EO) are in place and their approvals are complete for pending approvals as it relates to acting positions and contract amounts (pre-contract estimate compared to contract award may require additional approvals not listed).

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Organization

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Adobe

Job description

Job Information Job Title:Project Procurement Specialist Support Job Requisition ID:87135 Ministry:Infrastructure Location:Edmonton Full or Part-Time:Full Time Hours of Work:36.25hours per week Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Temporary - 1 year contract Scope:Open Competition Closing Date: September 25, 2026 Classification:Administrative Support 4 Salary: $1,918.46 to $2,427.46 bi-weekly ($50,071 - $63,356/year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.

Alberta Infrastructure is responsible for delivering about one quarter of the Alberta government’s Capital Plan, which addresses the provincial infrastructure needs of Alberta’s population that support key social programs and services and economic development.

The Ministry designs, builds, manages, and maintains government-owned and operated facilities, and collaborates with other ministries to ensure that school and hospital infrastructure meet the needs of Alberta’s population. Infrastructure also provides accommodation services and manages a large portfolio of owned and leased facilities while maintaining fiscal accountability and optimizing value for Albertans.

For more information about Alberta Infrastructure, please visit: http://www.infrastructure.alberta.ca

Role Responsibilities

This position is a key contributor to the support services of the department's Project Procurement Specialists (PPS) in support of the department's procurement function. To be effective, the position performs daily administration of operational and administrative functions for tender services. This ensures the efficient and effective operation of the Procurement Section within the parameters of the current business plan, mandate and tendering practices of Alberta Infrastructure.

The primary responsibilities for the Project Procurement Specialist Support include, but are not limited to:

• Running/completing message analyzers to determine if emails are received on time; forwarding to the applicable manager for confirmation of late status
• Overseeing/responding to requests from the Procurement Support, Tender Administration, Procurement Services and Back up to Contract Review Committee mailboxes
• Posting notices on the Alberta Purchasing Connection (APC) website for external postings and related Addenda/Clarifications
• Validating status on the Corporate Registry System (CORES) and confirming legal name as it appears in CORES and on the bid/fee form
• Setting up new vendors and vendor locations in ICAPS once an active CORES status has been confirmed
• Validating correct Expenditure Officer's (EO) are in place and their approvals are complete for pending approvals as it relates to acting positions and contract amounts (pre-contract estimate compared to contract award may require additional approvals not listed).

The successful candidate will have:

• Critical problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• The ability to work independently and within a team environment
• The ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks.

The Job Description is provided for further details on this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

• Creative Problem Solving – Focuses on continuous improvement and increasing breadth of insight: The PPSS works to ensure internal processes followed and records properly developed and stored.
• Agility – Works in a changing environment and takes initiative to change: The PPS is responsible for numerous procedures related to a high volume of procurements that close during any given week.
• Drive for Results – Works to exceed goals and partner with others to achieve objectives: The PPSS, Procurement Specialists and Procurement Managers work closely to plan for weekly closings.
• Develop Networks – Works on maintaining close relations with all stakeholders: The PPSS is responsible for administrative tasks that reside within systems used for procurement activities.

Qualifications

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Required:

• High School Diploma
• PLUS Two (2) years of progressively responsible related experience.

Assets:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Adobe.

Notes

This position is a Temporary, full-time role (1 year contract) with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm).

Location: Edmonton AB.

A writing assignment may be administered as part of the recruitment process.

Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter and resume summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what we have to offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information.
• Professional learning and development.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

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