Manager, Procurement

Aecon • Hamilton, ON

20h • CA$100,000 - CA$150,000

About The Position

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

Aecon Civil is a recognized leader in the market, backed by strong self-perform capabilities and deep local expertise. We play a key role in building and enhancing infrastructure across Canada, the U.S., and an expanding international footprint improving everyday life through the roads, bridges, tunnels, and transit systems that connect communities. With more than a century of experience and a full suite of integrated services, Aecon is a trusted partner for delivering complex civil projects, including tunnels, transit expansions, airports, ports, highways, and large-scale site development.

The Hamilton LRT Alliance has been selected by Metrolinx as the development partner for the Hamilton LRT – Package 1: Civil & Utilities. Under the alliance model, Aecon provides construction capability and resources as part of an integrated team, working collaboratively with all alliance participants to progress design, cost, and construction schedules during the project’s development phase.

The Hamilton LRT isn’t just a transit project—it’s reshaping how a city connects, grows, and moves. Join us in being part of a dynamic team building critical infrastructure that will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come!

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Procurement and Subcontract, the Procurement Manager will support Hamilton LRT project at Aecon. The successful candidate will closely work with the project, engineering, construction, finance teams and external partners to define and execute the overall procurement strategy for the project.

Requirements

• 10+ years of procurement or relevant experience within the infrastructure or construction industry
• In depth knowledge of purchasing principles, techniques, practices and ethics
• In depth knowledge and experience in contract law, negotiating business agreements, and laws of requesting tenders, proposals, and quotations
• Proven organizational skills and ability to work under pressure in order to meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks within a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment and be service oriented
• Ability to build positive working relationships with professionals within industry and internal clients
• Demonstrated strong negotiation skills in areas with respect to terms & conditions, pricing, escalation and scope on complex packages
• Ability to communicate effectively, manage challenging negotiations with Subcontractors and advance oral and writing skills
• Solid research skills and commitment to continually learn about new products
• Attention to detail, mathematical and analytical skills
• Intermediate Proficiency using Microsoft office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and SAP (Procure to pay)
• Demonstrated experience managing team of Procurement Professionals

Nice To Haves

• Construction & Engineering background preferred

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for project's compliance to Aecon's Project Procurement standards & applicable contract documents
• Establish and maintain the project's integrated Project Procurement systems, oversee the setting of the procurement processes for both standard and major Subcontract procurement
• Lead meetings focused on communicating project performance status to the wider project team
• Lead a team of Procurement staff specializing in standard purchasing, service agreements and major subcontract procurement activities
• Support Project Managers in tracking overall project buyout strategy; establish & maintain communication plan to ensure accurate and timely flow of information
• Provide input into the continuous improvement of Aecon's Project procurement policies and guidelines
• Oversee analysis and reporting of project performance key metrics for procurement and Subcontracts (Buyout, detailed variance analysis for award recommendations)
• Lead the development & implementation of a project-specific procurement plans including coordination and support with project controls, ensuring compliance with contract conditions and Aecon's standards
• Provide support to Operations & Project controls teams on subcontractor claims assessment, client claims development, negotiations & dispute resolutions
• Provide commercial and technical expertise to support proposal development and provide commercial input into contractually defined project control requirements
• Ensure adherence to all contract conditions regarding Procurement requirements, project set-up, monitoring & close-out
• Establish & maintain strong partnerships with client counterparts & joint venture stakeholders (where applicable)
• Create, promote, and maintain a safe, open & respectful workplace culture and environment
• Provide feedback & guidance to direct reports for annual goal setting; support in the establishment of individual career development plans and in identifying training & professional development opportunities
• Conduct annual performance reviews (with mid-year check-ins) & provide constructive feedback; implement performance improvement plans as needed with support from Human Resources
• Participate in project-level resource planning, utilization analysis & resource leveling; manage & maintain Project Controls staffing plan forecasts

Benefits

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed