Job Description - Senior Procurement Specialist (EDM
01P7)
Management Level:Individual Contributor:
Building on our past. Ready for the future
Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.
Worley is a leader in industrial construction in Alberta and western Canada. Our employees enjoy exciting careers in fabrication, modularization, field installation, and professional support services for some of world's most challenging heavy-oil facilities, gas plants, power-stations, renewable energy, and other industrial projects. As part of the global Worley team, we enjoy shared resources and opportunities with more than 20 Canadian locations and 40 countries.
Worley Canada Construction is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to lead procurement activities across complex project scopes, including engineered equipment, bulk permanent materials, and indirect project procurement.
This role is responsible for managing the full procurement lifecycle—from RFQ through award, purchase order execution, and closeout—while ensuring commercial alignment, mitigating risk, and delivering value to the project. The successful candidate will bring strong experience in negotiation, supplier strategy, and cross-functional coordination in a fast-paced EPC/EPF and Construction environment.
Work
Conditions:
Edmonton Home Office based schedule. 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement Leadership & Strategy
Lead procurement for assigned project scopes, ensuring alignment with project schedule, budget, and execution strategyEstablish sourcing strategies for engineered equipment, bulk permanent materials, and/or indirect project procurementProvide guidance and mentorship to junior buyers and procurement team membersAct as a key procurement interface with project management, engineering, and construction teamsProcurement Process
Review material requisitions submitted by the project team.Prepare and issue RFQ/RFP documentation based on project needs.Source and evaluate potential suppliers for quality, cost, and delivery timelines.Recommend suppliers based on comprehensive evaluation criteria.Prepare and issue accurate and timely purchase orders (POs).Supplier & Order Management
Prepare, issue, and manage complex purchase orders and agreementsEnsure contractual compliance with project requirements and company standardsIdentify and mitigate commercial risks, including scope gaps, schedule exposure, and cost escalationManage change orders, claims, and commercial deviations throughout the procurement ifecycleEnsure accurate and timely PO administration to support invoicing and financial controlsClose out POs once all contractual and procedural requirements are fulfilled.Collaboration & Reporting
Work closely with project management, construction teams, client representatives, quality control, project controls, accounts payable, and suppliers.Maintain a clear understanding of procurement workflows and client-specific requirements.Ensure alignment between procurement activities and construction prioritiesManage deadlines and proactively communicate scheduling issues.Distribute procurement reports to clients and internal stakeholders as required.Maintain a clear understanding of client-specific procurement and contractual requirementsQualifications:
Required
7–12+ years of procurement or supply chain experience, preferably within EPC/EPF or industrial constructionDemonstrated experience procuring complex engineered equipment and project materialsStrong commercial acumen and contract negotiation experienceProven ability to manage supplier relationships and resolve commercial challengesAdvanced skills in Excel and procurement systemsProven ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.Preferred
Experience with Aveva ERM or similar ERP/procurement systemsDiploma, Degree, or Certification in Supply Chain…
