Procurement Specialist

Job Summary The Procurement Specialist (Operations) coordinates and tracks procurement planning activities, manages procurement risks and researches innovative ways to manage procurements for all programs throughout the region. The incumbent provides guidance and advice to Contract Services service line staff within the region. The incumbent manages the Client-Partner relationship and develops creative solutions, and also focuses on quality and timeliness of deliverables. Job Details Salary Range: $106,763 - $138,792 Employment Status: Continuing Term Length: Security Level: Reliability Language Requirement: Bilingual Mandatory (English and French essential) Closing Date: 23/12/2025 Country: Canada Responsibilities Provide advice on all aspects of procurement to meet Client-Partner needs for complex procurements Coordinate, implement and track procurement planning activities for all programs with regional and site staff Lead, participate in and promote procurement planning with the Client-Partners Negotiate procurement approaches and performance measures with the Client-Partners for all programs Review and approve the initiation and award of contracts within delegated authority Make recommendations on the initiation and award of contracts exceeding delegated authority Ensure all contracting activities are carried out in an ethical and transparent manner to facilitate access, and ensure competition and best value Research innovative procedures (e.g., process improvements, procurement techniques for unique requirements) Develop and maintain effective relationships within DCC, and with industry, the Client-Partners and/or stakeholders Ensure quality standards are met, in line with corporate and Client-Partner expectations Manage risk Additional Responsibilities Support the Regional Service Line Leader, Contract Services, in coaching and mentoring service line staff Help create strategies for complex procurements Other duties as assigned Knowledge and Skills Construction, engineering, architecture and/or environmental services Best practices, methods, trends and legislation in procurement DCC and Client-Partner procurement processes and procedures Government policies and trade agreements Project and risk management principles Education and Experience Minimum: university degree in architecture, engineering, environmental sciences or related field with eight years’ relevant experience in construction, procurement and/or environment, or the equivalent Abilities Use applicable computer software and operating systems Apply project and risk management techniques Demonstrate leadership Development and Leadership Provide functional direction and advice to other employees and to Client-Partners Working Conditions Typical office environment with occasional travel Benefits Working with us offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement—and entitles you to one of the job market’s best benefits packages valued at between 25 and 30% of your salary. Health and Wellness 100% employer-paid annual sick leave, and health and dental premiums $400 wellness allowance to help cover expenses such as a gym membership $1,500 for mental health services on top of regular $1,500 paramedical coverage Telus Virtual Health Care and $750 Health Care Spending Account for some expenses not covered under provincial plans Home and Family Life, accidental-death, and short-term disability insurance Enhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance program Maternity and parental leave top-up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for up to 37 weeks Flexible workplace options, including $400 allowance every two years, to support working from home Leave and Retirement Public-service pension Comprehensive vacation and other paid-leave plans, along with deluxe travel benefit plans Security Clearance To begin a career with Defence Construction Canada (DCC), you must be a Canadian Citizen or a permanent resident of Canada. As a condition of employment with DCC, a minimum reliability security status clearance is required and some roles may require secret security status clearance. The appropriate security clearance is a condition of employment and it is the candidate’s or employee’s responsibility to ensure, they are able to obtain and maintain their required security level clearance to begin or continue their employment with DCC. Failure to obtain or maintain, the appropriate level of security clearance means either the candidate or employee will not receive a job offer, the conditional offer will be rendered null and void or their employment will be terminated with cause. Diversity Statement Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace At DCC, we are committed to ensuring everyone has a voice and can be their authentic selves in our workplace. We actively encourage applications from all, including but not limited to, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. DCC’s goal is to provide barrier-free access to employment opportunities and workspaces for employees and candidates. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. To request an accommodation, email #J-18808-Ljbffr