Procurement Manager

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.
Come Build Your Career at Aecon!Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.
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What is the Opportunity?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.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Procurement and Subcontract, the Procurement Manager will support a major civil 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.
What You’ll Do Here
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.
What You Bring To The Team
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)
Construction & Engineering background preferred
Demonstrated experience managing team of Procurement Professionals.
Reason for Vacancy: New
The expected pay range for this role is $100,000 - $150,000 per year
Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.
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.
As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.
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