Manager, Engineering Services Procurement
About The Position
Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC) is a centre of excellence for transportation in North America. We contribute to Alberta's prosperity and quality of life by providing and supporting a safe, innovative and sustainable provincial transportation system and water management infrastructure. With Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors, you can engage in a fulfilling career with diverse room to grow. We believe in building careers, providing opportunities for growth within the organization, and striving to provide our staff with a work-life balance including reasonable hours of work to ensure time with family and to accommodate outside interests. The ministry promotes a vital and diverse economy by: Managing transportation safety. Supporting municipalities with public transportation and water/wastewater facilities. Expanding and enhancing a well-integrated transportation system and enabling market access. Preserving and developing the provincial highway network and water management infrastructure.
Requirements
- A related University Degree, supplemented by at least four (4) years of related experience. Equivalencies may be considered.
- Extensive knowledge of procurement in a public organization.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- System Thinking: The procurement manager manages all consulting procurement and contract templates. They are required to have a thorough understanding of the interconnections within and between all procurement and contract templates to ensure any changes are reflected in all procurement documents.
- Creative Problem Solving: The procurement manager is required to continuously analyze existing processes and standards, and to think outside the box to develop recommendations that results in improvements
- Agility: The procurement manager will be managing multiple projects simultaneously, often with shifting priorities or timelines.
- Drive For Results: The procurement Manager is expected to identify key stakeholder relationships, and develop solid working rapport
Nice To Haves
- Supply chain management professional designation such as SCMP, CPSM, CSCP.
- Knowledge of the procurement of engineering services for civil construction projects.
- Expertise in Trade Agreements, contract law and competitive bidding law and public procurement frameworks.
- Experience with risk management, insurance and surety bonding.
Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of consulting services procurements to meet annual targets supporting Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC) programs.
- Plan and manage the volume and timing of consultant procurements, providing regular status and performance updates to senior leadership.
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team of Procurement Officers through coaching, training, and continuous improvement.
- Provide expert procurement advice on engineering consulting services, aligned with ministry standards, project delivery models, and best practices.
- Drive the development and implementation of innovative procurement strategies that improve efficiency, manage risk, and enhance value for money.
- Strengthen procurement processes, tools, and knowledge resources to support consistency, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including industry partners and other levels of government, to align procurement practices and outcomes.
Benefits
- Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP)
- Alberta Public Service Benefit Information
- Professional learning and development
- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
- Leadership and mentorship programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
