Purchasing Agent

Aecon Concessions; Bowmanville; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is hiring a Purchasing Agent for a project with Ontario Power Generation in Bowmanville. The role involves negotiation and purchase of materials and services for nuclear power plants. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in procurement, especially within the nuclear industry, and is knowledgeable about relevant codes and standards. This position supports a significant construction effort in a critical sector.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Nuclear Construction Industry or 8+ years in conventional procurement role.
• Working knowledge of OPG and Bruce Power Passport system is an asset.
• Knowledge of competitive trends & sales techniques.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and purchase commodities, equipment, and services while ensuring best value.
• Solicit vendor pricing and procure subcontracted services and materials.
• Review purchase requisitions for clarity and adherence to quality requirements.

Skills

Negotiation

Procurement

Interpersonal skills

Planning

Time management

Decision making

Knowledge of SAP

Knowledge of Nuclear Codes & Standards

Education

Completion of Materials and Operations Management Program

Enrollment in PMAC’s Accreditation Program

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP procurement system

Job description

Overview

It has come to our attention that various international organizations or individuals have been offering false employment opportunities at Aecon Group Inc. Aecon Group Inc. employment policies and processes involve interviews, and candidates who seek employment are never required to pay us any sum of money. To do so would be contrary to our business conduct guidelines and ethical practices. We also do not extend formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through social media or social chat platforms.

We take this matter extremely seriously and are working with the appropriate authorities to shut down such fraudulent schemes. Please remain vigilant on this matter and report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities and email any concerns to [e-mail]

Date: Sep 16, 2025

Location: Bowmanville, ON, CA

Operating Sector: Nuclear

Position Title

Purchasing Agent

What is the Opportunity?

As part of an alliance agreement Aecon Nuclear has been awarded a contract with Ontario Power Generation to support the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP). Beginning in 2025 Aecon will support the execution phase for the Construction of the Unit 1 Small Modular Reactor at the Darlington site.

What You’ll Do Here

• Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Purchasing Agent is responsible for the negotiation and purchase of various commodities, equipment, and services for sites and projects while ensuring that the best value is obtained and procurement processes are followed.
• Solicitation of vendor pricing, negotiation and procurement of subcontracted services, equipment, material & components as well as Nuclear safety related materials & components primarily for use in Nuclear Power Plants in Canada. This may include but not limited to: plate, structural steel, pipe, tubing, fittings, valves, weld consumables, electrical components & supplies, and personal protective wear.
• Review of purchase requisitions and related documentation to ensure clarity and completeness with the description of materials, components or equipment, quantity, adherence to quality assurance requirements, proper authorization of funding, delivery requirements, & desired mode of transportation.
• Preparation and issuance of standard and quality related RFQ/RFPs to qualified vendors based on Aecon’s Approved Suppliers List (ASL).
• Provide assistance to the Procurement Manager to develop project specific procurement plans or as assigned, and take the lead in developing such plans.
• Work with project schedulers and project managers to monitor and update major procurement package progress in P6 schedule.
• Negotiation or providing assistance with the negotiation for major contracts of best price, delivery, terms of payment and purchase conditions, tax exemptions, price escalation, and other factors impacting the supply of material or components.
• Assist the Procurement Manager to develop and implement detailed strategies for procurement, including cost reduction strategies to meet organizational goals and objectives.
• Work with Aecon Operations personnel and supporting regional offices in obtaining materials required as needed.
• Support estimating team with pricing at tendering stage.
• Ensure quality, reliability and responsiveness to operational needs which meet or exceed organizational expectations.
• Accountability to ensure internal clients are serviced beyond normal business hours.
• Ensure training on the Aecon Quality assurance manual is accurate and up to date.

What You Bring to the Team

• 5+ years experience in the Nuclear Construction Industry in a procurement role or 8+ years experience in a conventional procurement role.
• Completion of Materials and Operations Management Program at the College or University level is an asset.
• Enrollment in or completion of PMAC’s Accreditation Program is preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Working knowledge of OPG and Bruce Power Passport system would be considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of Nuclear Codes & Standards as they relate to procurement activities, including ASME Section III, ASME NCA-4000, ASME NQA-1, CSA N285.0, CSA N286-05, and CSA Z299/N299 Series.
• Basic knowledge of other material or component codes and standards (ASME Section II & III, ASTM, CSA).
• Basic knowledge of navigating P6 schedule extracts (Excel).
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities; good interpersonal, customer service, planning, decision making, negotiation and time management skills are essential.
• Knowledge of competitive trends & sales techniques.
• Knowledge of SAP procurement system would be an asset.
• Due to the nature of work conducted by Aecon, mandated nuclear export controls requirements must be met for employment.
• Background checks include full security clearance process and references; those with a valid OPG security clearance are preferred.

We strongly encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply to work with us on the Darlington New Nuclear Project. At Aecon, Indigenous is an umbrella term for First Nations (status and non-status), Metis and Inuit.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.