Senior Procurement Specialist

Job summary

Lead the full procurement lifecycle for complex project scopes, including engineered equipment and bulk materials, from RFQ to closeout. Coordinate with project management, engineering, and construction teams to ensure commercial alignment and risk mitigation.

Job details

About us Worley is a leader in industrial construction in Alberta and western Canada. Our employees enjoy exciting careers in fabrication, modularization, field installation, and professional support services for some of world's most challenging heavy-oil facilities, gas plants, power-stations, renewable energy, and other industrial projects. As part of the global Worley team, we enjoy shared resources and opportunities with more than 20 Canadian locations and 40 countries. Worley Canada Construction is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to lead procurement activities across complex project scopes, including engineered equipment, bulk permanent materials, and indirect project procurement. This role is responsible for managing the full procurement lifecycle—from RFQ through award, purchase order execution, and closeout—while ensuring commercial alignment, mitigating risk, and delivering value to the project. The successful candidate will bring strong experience in negotiation, supplier strategy, and cross-functional coordination in a fast-paced EPC/EPF and Construction environment. Work Conditions: Edmonton Home Office based schedule. 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. What We Offer You Every Friday afternoon OFF (40 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 8.75 hours per day, Friday 5 hour day) RRSP matching program of up to 5% from day one FREE benefits from day one, including generous paramedical, dental and vision benefits Both a health spending and wellness account Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs Generous paid vacation and sick time Opportunity to grow your career and be a part of some of world's most challenging heavy-oil facilities, gas plants, power-stations and other sustainable energy projects Key Responsibilities: Procurement Leadership & Strategy Lead procurement for assigned project scopes, ensuring alignment with project schedule, budget, and execution strategy Establish sourcing strategies for engineered equipment, bulk permanent materials, and/or indirect project procurement Provide guidance and mentorship to junior buyers and procurement team members Act as a key procurement interface with project management, engineering, and construction teams Procurement Process Review material requisitions submitted by the project team. Prepare and issue RFQ/RFP documentation based on project needs. Source and evaluate potential suppliers for quality, cost, and delivery timelines. Recommend suppliers based on comprehensive evaluation criteria. Prepare and issue accurate and timely purchase orders (POs). Supplier & Order Management Prepare, issue, and manage complex purchase orders and agreements Ensure contractual compliance with project requirements and company standards Identify and mitigate commercial risks, including scope gaps, schedule exposure, and cost escalation Manage change orders, claims, and commercial deviations throughout the procurement lifecycle Ensure accurate and timely PO administration to support invoicing and financial controls Close out POs once all contractual and procedural requirements are fulfilled. Collaboration & Reporting Work closely with project management, construction teams, client representatives, quality control, project controls, accounts payable, and suppliers. Maintain a clear understanding of procurement workflows and client-specific requirements. Ensure alignment between procurement activities and construction priorities Manage deadlines and proactively communicate scheduling issues. Distribute procurement reports to clients and internal stakeholders as required. Maintain a clear understanding of client-specific procurement and contractual requirements Qualifications: Required 7–12+ years of procurement or supply chain experience, preferably within EPC/EPF or industrial construction Demonstrated experience procuring complex engineered equipment and project materials Strong commercial acumen and contract negotiation experience Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and resolve commercial challenges Advanced skills in Excel and procurement systems Proven ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced, high-stress environment. Preferred Experience with Aveva ERM or similar ERP/procurement systems Diploma, Degree, or Certification in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Engineering Experience working in both home office and field/project environments Worley strives to be an industry leader in health, safety, and environmental performance. Our vision is to achieve zero harm to people and assets, and zero environmental incidents. We select people who share our values, beliefs, and commitment to this vision and who demonstrate the expected behaviors, competencies and performance associated with their perspective roles with the company.

What you’ll do

Lead the full procurement lifecycle for complex project scopes, including engineered equipment and bulk materials, from RFQ to closeout. Coordinate with project management, engineering, and construction teams to ensure commercial alignment and risk mitigation.

Requirements

Requires 7-12+ years of procurement experience, preferably in EPC/EPF or industrial construction, with strong negotiation and commercial acumen. Proficiency in Excel and procurement systems like Aveva ERM is preferred.

Benefits

• Friday afternoon off • RRSP matching program up to 5% • Paramedical benefits • Dental benefits • Vision benefits • Health spending account • Wellness account • Mental health and wellness support • Employee Assistance Programs • Paid vacation • Paid sick time

Listed skills

• Supply chain management · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Cross-Functional Coordination · Preferred
• Contract Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Procurement Leadership
• Sourcing Strategy
• Contract Negotiation
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Commercial Risk Mitigation
• Purchase Order Execution
• RFQ/RFP Documentation
• EPC/EPF Procurement
• Cross-functional Coordination
• Excel
• Aveva ERM
• Supply Chain Management
• Budget Alignment
• Change Order Management
• Project Procurement
• Financial Controls

Job areas

• Logistics
• Construction
• Energy
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership