Project Procurement Manager Job Details | Aecon

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About Us

Aecon is Canadas largest nuclear constructor currently employing 2000+ highly skilled workers. As an industry leader with 50 years of the successful history of building nuclear infrastructure, 413 approved Canadian supplier base, and 300+ qualified nuclear procedures, Aecon is well-positioned for the development and construction of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). Aecon's reputation for reliability, safety, and performance has made us a preferred Canadian top-tier contractor and a partner of choice.

Aecon offers an unparalleled depth of expertise and a comprehensive capability that can be called upon to deliver an integrated solution to virtually any construction challenge.
Aecon Nuclear currently is undertaking efforts to replace key components at the Darlington and Bruce Power plants as a part of each respective Life Extension Program to allow operation for another 40+ years. The scope of work includes the removal and replacement of calandria tubes, pressure tubes, feeders, and steam generators as well as technical development, construction management and trade labour.

Aecon Nuclear is also currently at the forefront of the next generation of Nuclear Power in Canada developing the construction plan and manufacturing details for the new SMR facility in Darlington, new build CANDU reactors among other exciting nuclear industry efforts.

The Project Procurement Manager reports directly to the Aecon Nuclear Procurement Manager and is responsible for establishing the overall strategy and programs for procurement warehousing, materials and subcontractor management in close cooperation with other partners of the Alliance. The Project Procurement Lead ensures that the project is fully supported from a procurement standpoint in an integrated, efficient and cost effective manner.

What You'll Do Here

• Primary responsibility is to lead and manage the full procurement lifecycle to support the overall success of procurement activities for the Pickering Steam Generator Replacement project.
• The range of activities includes early engagement and demand planning, developing a procurement plan in support of the full project lifecycle, including the tendering process, market solicitation and the negotiation and procurement of equipment, material & components as well as Nuclear safety related materials & components primarily for use in Nuclear Power Plants in Canada. This may include but not limited to: plate, structural steel, pipe, tubing, fittings, valves, weld consumables, electrical components & supplies, and personal protective wear.

• Review of purchase requisitions and related documentation to ensure clarity and completeness with the description of materials, components or equipment, quantity, adherence to quality assurance requirements, proper authorization of funding, delivery requirements, & desired mode of transportation.
• Providing technical expertise for issuance of standard and quality related Request for Quotation (RFQs) to qualified vendors based on Aecons Approved Suppliers List (ASL)
• Provide assistance to the Procurement Manager to develop project specific procurement plans or as assigned, take the lead in developing such plans.
• Negotiation or providing assistance with the negotiation for major contracts of best price, delivery, terms of payment and purchase conditions, tax exemptions, price escalation, and other factors impacting the supply of material or components.
• Assisting the Aecon Nuclear Procurement Manager to develop and implement detailed strategies for procurement, including cost reduction strategies to meet organizational goals and objectives.
• Establish/Set Standards and Expectations for how we conduct Procurement across the project.
• Achieve productivity and other performance related goals for the team and all projects
• Ensuring quality, reliability and responsiveness to operational needs which meet or exceed organizational expectations.
• Logistics management including expediting for critical site deliveries.
• Accountability to ensure our internal clients are serviced beyond normal business hours.
• Ensure training on the Aecon Quality assurance manual is accurate and up to date
• Providing standardized reporting for the Procurement functional area
• Oversee management and implementation of the procurement process ensuring adherence to applicable law, ethical practice and company policies and procedures

What You Bring To The Team

• Minimum 10 years experience in Procurement, minimum 5 of which must have been on a construction project
• Minimum 5 years experience in leadership/management role
• Extensive familiarity with Procurement/Materials Programs and processes
• Familiar with EPCM project lifecycle and specialized equipment manufacturing
• Experience handling large and complex purchases and bid calls
• Demonstrated Leadership abilities with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in the Nuclear Industry an asset.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

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