Specialist, Sr. Procurement

Come Build Your Career at Aecon! As a North American 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.

At Aecon, You Can Count On:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon We:

• 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 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility 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.

Faster. Smarter. Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. We simply do it better. We are one of North America’s premier utility contractors and are looking for a Sr. Procurement Specialist to help us grow.

The Power Construction Services team at Aecon is bringing engaging in large scale engineering, procurement and construction solutions for customers across the USA. The service offering includes high voltage transmission towers, substations, EV charging stations, battery energy storage plants / facilities, power line installations and the integration of these solutions to the overall power grids. The Senior Procurement Specialist is responsible for all purchasing related activities of these products and for ensuring the delivery of materials/ services to the site occurs on time, at the right price the first time.

This position acts as a liaison between the project teams from various business units, fellow procurement team members and field workers and must possess strong knowledge of products, procurement policies and procedures relevant to our energy product suite. This person will work with the manufacturers and distributors and estimating teams for the above noted business units to source materials and negotiate best price for total cost of goods at time of tender.

• Develop and execute procurement strategies to secure high-quality materials, equipment, and services for EPC projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and align procurement activities with project timelines.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers of electrical materials and components.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions with suppliers to ensure favorable agreements for the company.
• Ensure timely procurement of products according to project timelines and budget requirements.
• Develop and manage vendor relationships, ensuring supplier performance meets company and project standards.
• Prepare purchase orders, contracts, and procurement reports.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and industry regulations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in procurement, preferably in the energy sector.
• Previous experience working on major projects with procurements spend greater than $5M
• Strong negotiation skills and a proven ability to secure advantageous deals with suppliers.
• Knowledge of sustainable procurement practices and a commitment to environmental…