Job Title: Procurement Specialist
Location: North York, ON – Hybrid (2–3 days on-site per week)
Contract Duration: 6 months (with potential to extend in 6-month increments, up to 2 years)
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday–Friday
Start Date: October 20, 2025 (negotiable)

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of experience in procurement and/or contract administration (public sector experience strongly preferred).
• Proven background in construction contract administration, including scheduling, contract changes, and claims management.
• Solid knowledge of the Construction Act, construction practices, codes, regulations, and union/trade agreements.
• Strong understanding of Design-Bid-Build (DBB) delivery models and use of MasterFormat in construction projects.
• Ability to read construction drawings, perform quantity take-offs, and generate estimates across trade disciplines.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in PC applications and software relevant to procurement and contract management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to lead discussions and guide stakeholders.
• Familiarity with accessibility and human rights legislation (Ontario Human Rights Code).

EDUCATION & TRAINING

• University degree or college diploma in Business, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist with strong experience in construction services procurement and contract administration. In this role, you will lead pre-award activities for complex, high-value construction contracts, ensuring compliance with procurement policies while supporting internal teams and stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage all pre-award procurement activities for construction and design/build projects, including consultant and engineering contracts.
• Collaborate with end-users to ensure procurement efforts align with project schedules and requirements.
• Review and provide feedback on statements of work, technical specifications, and terms of reference.
• Develop evaluation criteria, scoring weights, and proposal submission requirements.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking against other public entities to ensure competitiveness.
• Chair procurement-related meetings, including negotiations, pre-bid sessions, site tours, kick-offs, and bidder debriefings; prepare and distribute meeting minutes.
• Respond to supplier complaints, defend corporate positions, and document evaluation processes.
• Prepare reports and updates on procurement progress, budgets, cost distribution, and special projects.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and harassment-free work environment.