Supply Chain Specialist - GTA

Role summary

This mid-level role sits within Kiewit Supply Network and focuses on procurement and subcontractor/vendor coordination for construction projects across North America. The position involves leading purchasing activities for engineered equipment, subcontracts, professional services, commodities, permanent plant materials, and small tools and supplies. You will work closely with procurement, engineering, estimating, design, and site teams to build project-specific contract documents and negotiate with vendors, subcontractors, and service providers. Where needed, you will also coordinate with corporate legal counsel and senior leadership.

About the team

The Kiewit Supply Network supports clients in construction and engineering by delivering procurement services across transportation, water/wastewater, power, OGC, building, and mining. The group’s focus is to secure equipment, materials, and services at competitive pricing while maintaining quality and ensuring on-time delivery aligned with client requirements.

Location

This position is tied to the Greater Toronto Area and will be based at one of the project site locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full purchasing lifecycle, from pre-bid planning through final closeout.
• Represent the organization in supplier, subcontractor, and professional services contract negotiations.
• Negotiate commercial terms and conditions while working with legal and senior leaders to reduce project and business risk without losing competitiveness.
• Track and manage the execution of the purchasing buyout.
• Guide and coordinate staff involved in buying and estimating materials, equipment, subcontracted work, and professional services.
• Identify, screen, and help qualify vendors, subcontractors, materials, and equipment providers.
• Prepare requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
• Support the creation and rollout of procurement and contract management procedures, instructions, and policies.
• Keep accurate records of ordered and received goods.
• Contribute market and delivery-system analysis to evaluate current and future material availability.
• Handle vendor and contractor disputes, grievances, and claims.
• Review purchase orders, subcontract claims, and contracts for alignment with company policy.
• Communicate procurement policies to the project team and provide training so procedures are followed correctly.
• Own forecasting, financial planning, expediting, delivery schedules, and purchasing reports.
• Prepare detailed risk assessments and mitigation plans for cost, schedule, quality, and buyout exposure.
• Oversee procurement analytics, reporting, and key deliverables.
• Support project mobilization tasks such as office setup and site general arrangement.
• Partner with material management to ensure proper material receiving and control.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, construction management, engineering, or a comparable field.
• At least 3 years of experience in engineering, construction, or a related environment.
• Hands-on background in vendor and subcontractor management, including evaluation, selection, performance tracking, and contract closeout.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, Outlook, and Word, plus a working understanding of databases; SAP experience is an advantage.
• Knowledge of equipment and materials commonly used in EPC projects.
• Strong attention to detail, adaptability, motivation, and professional conduct.
• Solid time management and organizational abilities.
• Capability to manage several tasks accurately and efficiently at once.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills for both internal and client-facing settings.
• Comfort working both independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines and goals.
• Strong leadership and people-management capability.
• Reliable attendance and the ability to work productively to deadlines.
• Ability to communicate professionally with supervisors, colleagues, and others in individual or team settings.
• Commitment to safe work practices and the ability to follow oral and written instructions, including warnings, equipment instructions, and other policies.
• Willingness to work standard operating hours, with overtime and weekends as needed.

Compensation and benefits

The base pay range for this role is $75,000 to $100,000 per year. Actual compensation may vary depending on education, experience, skill set, and location. Full-time employees are offered a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees and dependents, wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans with employer matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal opportunity

The company follows equal opportunity employment practices and does not discriminate. It complies with applicable human rights laws in the provinces where it operates.