Division:

Canada - Vancouver

Project Location(s):

Vancouver, BC V5K 0A1 CAN

Job Type:

Regular

BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION

Turner Construction, founded in 1902, is North America's largest general builder, shaping skylines globally with over 13,500 professionals and $17 billion in annual volume. We handle 1,500 projects annually across sectors like healthcare, education, and commercial spaces, combining local agility with global strength. We've completed projects like the New York Yankee's Stadium, the U.S. Capitol Dome Restoration, the Boeing Company North Charleston Campus, and more! Since 1951, Turner has been a key player in Canada's construction industry, with nearly $1 billion in annual revenue and over 930 professionals. Turner is committed to quality, safety, and fostering an inclusive work environment.

Turner Construction isn't just about buildings – we’re about building futures, empowering employees, and leaving a lasting legacy for the communities we serve.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER YOU

At Turner, we appreciate the strength that every member brings. As you offer your unique knowledge and help carry our company forward, we guarantee to support you in your individual growth journey. This opportunity also offers:

• Access to practical tools and resources including, a work phone, laptop, and safety gear.
• Summer Fridays (early dismissals during the summer months on Fridays where applicable).
• Invitations to participate in company events and activities.
• Hard and soft skills training programs.
• Thorough benefits program including End of Year Premium Pay, Healthcare and Dental Coverage, Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) matching, and much more.
• Annual base salary range for this position may be CA$53,000 to CA$63,000 depending on experience and fit.

THE PROCUREMENT ADMINISTRATOR OPPORTUNITY

Turner Construction’s Vancouver office is seeking a full-time Procurement Administrator. The role requires availability to work at our local head office, with occasional work at construction sites, Monday to Friday for 40 hours per week. The role reports to the Procurement Administrative Specialist. The Procurement Administrator will perform daily tasks and services to facilitate work for the Procurement department.

As a Procurement Administrator, you will:

• Develop general knowledge of contract documents, understand contract types, and select correct contract forms to support Procurement activities.
• Generate contracts within Procurement module system of record (e.g., SAP) and ensure accuracy of details.
• Upload documents into DocuSign system, maintain Subcontractors’ updates, and track through to completion while maintaining executed contracts.
• Maintain organized filing system and coordinate document retrieval.
• Track Certificate of Insurance (CoI) renewals and maintain up-to-date documentation and details in system of record.
• Conduct prequalification research and follow-up with subcontractors to assist in completion of prequalification process.
• As directed, contact vendors and subcontractors during bidding phases to determine coverage of trade items and identify problems and forward to Procurement Agent.
• Track and request missing or expiring insurance, verify insurance requirements for compliance with agreements, and follow up with stakeholders as required until resolved.
• Proofread work before presenting to Procurement Agent/Manager for signature.
• Compile and route agreements for execution using DocuSign system.
• Release and update contract and insurances; update halt codes within Procurement database as directed.
• Organize Procurement documentation for distribution and filing.
• Organize local distribution and storage of executed contracts, agreements, and related documents in shared document system.
• Manage Subcontractor prequalification files; obtain and enter values for current Experience Modification Rate (EMR), and financials into Prequalification system.
• Embrace company culture, values, and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DE&I) activities across company.
• Provide team support and relief of others' job duties during times of need (e.g., lunch, breaks, illness, vacation).
• Contribute innovative ideas for continuous improvement and effectiveness of team.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities assigned.

Is this the right role for you:

• High School Diploma and minimum of 2 years of relevant administrative assistant experience, required
• Desire to grow and develop with the Procurement and/or Administrative job family, a plus
• Construction, Purchasing, Procurement, or other related experience, a plus
• High degree of detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
• Maintain confidential information
• Work independently, with some oversight, and as part of team
• Approachable, proactive, positive, and professional attitude
• Professional verbal communication and written business communication skills
• Able to conduct research and effectively proofread
• Exhibit active listening skills and follow through on commitments
• Good judgment to solve problems, escalate issues, and request prioritization of responsibilities
• Computer and data entry skills, Microsoft suite of applications, collaborative meeting platforms, and general office equipment
• Familiar with Procurement systems and DocuSign

HOW TO START YOUR JOURNEY WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION

We’re always looking for talented individuals who align with our positive culture and are passionate about their work. If you believe Turner Construction is the right fit for you, click "APPLY" on this posting and be sure to include your resume and cover letter.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

More Opportunities:

• Community & Citizenship Committee: Come join our C&C Committee to get involved in facilitating and coordinating various community-oriented initiatives and projects that align with the company's values and objectives. This committee brings Turner and the community together by fostering positive relationships and creating a sense of social responsibility among employees.
• Social Committee: Opportunity to get involved with social committee that focuses on organizing and managing social and recreational activities for employees. This committee plays a significant role in enhancing the workplace environment and improves overall employee morale. It creates a positive and engaging workplace atmosphere.
• Growth and Development: Turner provides constant support to their employees by using tools to review employees' capabilities, accomplishments, and progress. These are in place to ensure all team members have constant check-ins, feedback sessions and goals settings to ensure they are performing at their best and get the support needed to grow professionally.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to be mobile. Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders, and negotiate work areas under construction. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may occasionally travel both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances, and performs work at on-site construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly work in an office setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work at construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes, or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Turner Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available, including for applicants with disabilities, in the application and recruitment process, upon request.