Senior Project Procurement Specialist

Irving Shipbuilding; Halifax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Irving Shipbuilding is seeking a senior procurement and contracting leader to drive sourcing, supplier management, and contract administration for major infrastructure projects. You will lead cross-functional teams to ensure cost, quality, and schedule objectives are met, while maintaining governance and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a minimum of six years in procurement or contract management, with a degree in a related field and experience handling complex contracts in construction

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Law, or related discipline is required.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Contract Management.
• Experience managing complex contracts in construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, or project-based environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing, procurement, and contracting strategies for major infrastructure projects.
• Conduct market analysis, supplier sourcing, qualification, and competitive RFX processes.
• Evaluate proposals, support contract negotiations, and prepare award recommendations.
• Manage contracts throughout the project lifecycle, including supplier performance, risk management, and contract administration.
• Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to ensure delivery, quality, cost, and schedule objectives are achieved.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement, contracting, and procure-to-pay policies and procedures.

Skills

Negotiation

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Supply Chain/Engineering/Law

Job description

Job Description

Join our team and play a key role in supporting the modernization of facilities required for the future production of the River Class Destroyer Program. Working closely with the Infrastructure Project Team, you will lead procurement and contracting activities for complex engineering, construction, and infrastructure projects.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of Canada's largest shipbuilding and infrastructure modernization programs while driving strategic procurement and contracting initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing, procurement, and contracting strategies for major infrastructure projects.
• Conduct market analysis, supplier sourcing, qualification, and competitive RFX processes.
• Evaluate proposals, support contract negotiations, and prepare award recommendations.
• Manage contracts throughout the project lifecycle, including supplier performance, risk management, and contract administration.
• Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to ensure delivery, quality, cost, and schedule objectives are achieved.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement, contracting, and procure-to-pay policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Law, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Contract Management.
• Experience managing complex contracts in construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, or project-based environments.
• Professional designation such as SCMP, MCIPS, or ISM is considered an asset.
• Strong negotiation, risk management, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does, all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).Please note this position requires a full-time, in-office presence.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we’re making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.

We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.