Senior Procurement Specialist (Construction) (11179)
Top Benefits
About the role
JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 11179
Number of Vacancies: 4
Department: Procurement and Category Management (20000714) - Capital Procurement (30000513)
Salary Information: $96,460.00 - $120,611.40
Pay Scale Group: 09SA (CAN/S/J/09SA)
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 35, Shift: Day
Posted On: August 28, 2025
Last Day to Apply: September 11, 2025
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC’s legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC’s new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:
Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.
Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.
The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.
Career Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity in the Procurement and Category Management Department! The TTC currently has an opening for a Senior Procurement Specialist (Construction).
What You Will Do
In this role, the selected incumbent will coordinate and administer the day-to-day activities associated with bidding/contract pre-award and subsequent contract administration activities relating to complex, high value contracts involving construction, design/build requirements, engineering/architectural consultants, consistent with the TTC's procurement policy and departmental procedures and guidelines.
You will be liaising and providing guidance to end user customers and staff to co-ordinate procurement efforts and maintain schedule requirements
In your role, you will review, comment, and recommend revisions as appropriate on statements of work/scope of services/terms of reference/technical specifications
The incumbent of this role develops evaluation criteria, weighting, and submission requirements for use in evaluating proposals
This role will require you to perform market research through outreach to other public entities to ensure continued competitiveness for procurement calls utilizing best practices and process improvements
You will coordinate and chair procurement negotiation meetings for non-competitive and other negotiated contracts in addition to coordinating and chairing pre-bid meetings or site tours for bidders/proponents, kick-off meetings, debriefing meetings with unsuccessful bidders, and prepares and issues minutes of meetings
The selected candidate responds to complaints from suppliers and defends corporate position while facilitating consensus evaluation meetings with internal customer stakeholders, reads all proposals and documents the discussion and rationale for categories outlined as evaluation criteria for all submissions received in response to RFXs
You will be responsible for preparing, processing, coordinating and administering post-award contract activities.
Your role will include preparation of responses to and correspond with contractors and consultants regarding contractual and commercial matters.
The Senior Procurement Specialist will administer, process and complete work plans/assignment releases, payments, requests for quotes, contract amendments and change directives.
In this role, you will prepare and contribute to a variety of reports relating to procurement/contract administration progress, budget/project approvals, labour/material cost distribution, client requirements, or special reports for management.
And of course, you will be required to promote a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. You will provide leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC's commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC's policies.
Skills
Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
Apply analytical skills
Communicate in a variety of mediums
Manage projects
Use office technology, software and applications
Understand and apply administrative policies, processes, and procedures
What Do You Bring?
- Completion of a University Degree or College Diploma, preferably in Business, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, or a combination of education, experience and training deemed to be equivalent; combined with related work experience in the procurement of complex requirements
- Accreditation/certification from a professional association such as Supply Chain Management Association Ontario, or Ontario Public Buyer’s Association, or equivalent
- Public sector or transit procurement experience, thorough knowledge of public sector procurement principles and practical experience of procurement processes, methods, and practices
- Strong experience with construction law act
- Facilitating and managing Commercial Confidential Meetings
- Good negotiation skills and the ability to develop strategies, plan schedules and chair complex negotiations regarding commercial, legal, and technical issues
- Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the CETA/CFTA trade agreements pertaining to public sector procurement
- Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees
What Do We Offer?
- Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging, representation and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
- A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
- One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
- A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
- Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.
The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Toronto Transit Commission
The Toronto Transit Commission has a rich history dating back to 1921. Since that time, the TTC has grown to become North America's third largest transit system, providing 1.7 million customer journeys every workday, or around 540 million rides per year.
The TTC has a proud record for providing safe, reliable transit. Operating across five distinct modes of transportation, the TTC has developed a reputation for excellence in the integration of those modes through well-proven design.
A full-service operator, the TTC is capable of undertaking virtually every activity in-house via our 14,000 dedicated and professional employees.
Toronto's transit system should match the experience of living in such a city: a high quality, accessible network that understands what our customers need and delivers what matters most to them. The TTC is committed to delivering a world-class transit system.
Senior Procurement Specialist (Construction) (11179)
Top Benefits
About the role
JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 11179
Number of Vacancies: 4
Department: Procurement and Category Management (20000714) - Capital Procurement (30000513)
Salary Information: $96,460.00 - $120,611.40
Pay Scale Group: 09SA (CAN/S/J/09SA)
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 35, Shift: Day
Posted On: August 28, 2025
Last Day to Apply: September 11, 2025
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC’s legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC’s new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:
Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.
Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.
The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.
Career Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity in the Procurement and Category Management Department! The TTC currently has an opening for a Senior Procurement Specialist (Construction).
What You Will Do
In this role, the selected incumbent will coordinate and administer the day-to-day activities associated with bidding/contract pre-award and subsequent contract administration activities relating to complex, high value contracts involving construction, design/build requirements, engineering/architectural consultants, consistent with the TTC's procurement policy and departmental procedures and guidelines.
You will be liaising and providing guidance to end user customers and staff to co-ordinate procurement efforts and maintain schedule requirements
In your role, you will review, comment, and recommend revisions as appropriate on statements of work/scope of services/terms of reference/technical specifications
The incumbent of this role develops evaluation criteria, weighting, and submission requirements for use in evaluating proposals
This role will require you to perform market research through outreach to other public entities to ensure continued competitiveness for procurement calls utilizing best practices and process improvements
You will coordinate and chair procurement negotiation meetings for non-competitive and other negotiated contracts in addition to coordinating and chairing pre-bid meetings or site tours for bidders/proponents, kick-off meetings, debriefing meetings with unsuccessful bidders, and prepares and issues minutes of meetings
The selected candidate responds to complaints from suppliers and defends corporate position while facilitating consensus evaluation meetings with internal customer stakeholders, reads all proposals and documents the discussion and rationale for categories outlined as evaluation criteria for all submissions received in response to RFXs
You will be responsible for preparing, processing, coordinating and administering post-award contract activities.
Your role will include preparation of responses to and correspond with contractors and consultants regarding contractual and commercial matters.
The Senior Procurement Specialist will administer, process and complete work plans/assignment releases, payments, requests for quotes, contract amendments and change directives.
In this role, you will prepare and contribute to a variety of reports relating to procurement/contract administration progress, budget/project approvals, labour/material cost distribution, client requirements, or special reports for management.
And of course, you will be required to promote a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. You will provide leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC's commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC's policies.
Skills
Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
Apply analytical skills
Communicate in a variety of mediums
Manage projects
Use office technology, software and applications
Understand and apply administrative policies, processes, and procedures
What Do You Bring?
- Completion of a University Degree or College Diploma, preferably in Business, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, or a combination of education, experience and training deemed to be equivalent; combined with related work experience in the procurement of complex requirements
- Accreditation/certification from a professional association such as Supply Chain Management Association Ontario, or Ontario Public Buyer’s Association, or equivalent
- Public sector or transit procurement experience, thorough knowledge of public sector procurement principles and practical experience of procurement processes, methods, and practices
- Strong experience with construction law act
- Facilitating and managing Commercial Confidential Meetings
- Good negotiation skills and the ability to develop strategies, plan schedules and chair complex negotiations regarding commercial, legal, and technical issues
- Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the CETA/CFTA trade agreements pertaining to public sector procurement
- Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees
What Do We Offer?
- Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging, representation and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
- A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
- One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
- A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
- Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.
The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Toronto Transit Commission
The Toronto Transit Commission has a rich history dating back to 1921. Since that time, the TTC has grown to become North America's third largest transit system, providing 1.7 million customer journeys every workday, or around 540 million rides per year.
The TTC has a proud record for providing safe, reliable transit. Operating across five distinct modes of transportation, the TTC has developed a reputation for excellence in the integration of those modes through well-proven design.
A full-service operator, the TTC is capable of undertaking virtually every activity in-house via our 14,000 dedicated and professional employees.
Toronto's transit system should match the experience of living in such a city: a high quality, accessible network that understands what our customers need and delivers what matters most to them. The TTC is committed to delivering a world-class transit system.