At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead procurement for major energy and industrial projects, ensuring smooth operations.
- Company: Join WSP, a top Canadian employer shaping communities and advancing humanity.
- Benefits: Flexible work options, competitive salary, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on health, safety, and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on complex projects while collaborating with brilliant minds.
- Qualifications: 8-12 years of procurement experience and bilingual in English/French preferred.
The predicted salary is between 104100 - 138000 $ per year.
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Our team provides project management, project controls, construction management, and supply chain services to major mining, energy, industrial, and power projects—ensuring consistent, high‑quality delivery regardless of location.
The Opportunity: Join WSP’s Major Projects group within our Energy, Resources and Industry (ERI) sector and help deliver complex projects across Canada. As a Senior Procurement Specialist, you will play a critical role supporting client‑based projects and may act as Lead Buyer on select major initiatives. This role can be based out of Calgary, AB or Montréal, QC, with flexible work options.
Your Impact:
- Lead procurement activities for large, complex client‑based projects across the energy, industrial, and power sectors
- Develop bidders lists, prepare bid packages, issue RFPs, and manage bid evaluations and negotiations
- Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Responsible Engineers, and project teams to align procurement with delivery schedules
- Manage purchase orders, requisitions, change management, and contract close‑out activities
- Collaborate with clients, vendors, expeditors, logistics, and quality teams to resolve issues and mitigate risk
- Communicate schedule impacts, delays, and risks clearly to project stakeholders
- Act as Lead Buyer on major projects and mentor junior and intermediate buyers
- Support resource planning, budget tracking, scope changes, and labour hour estimates at the project level
The Skills That Set You Apart:
- Degree, diploma, or certificate in Supply Chain Management or a related field
- 8–12 years of procurement experience on Energy, Power, or Industrial projects
- Experience working in an EPCM environment (asset)
- Strong knowledge of procurement procedures, workflows, and contract administration
- Proficiency in MS Office and Supply Chain Management systems
- Proven ability to manage complex procurement packages and fabricated equipment
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across all organizational levels
- Bilingual (English/French) preferred
Why Choose WSP?
- Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
- A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
- Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
- Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
Compensation:
- AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 – $138,000
- MB & ON: $95,000 – $130,800
- NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $94,100 – $124,900
Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.
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WSP est un employeur de choix pour les professionnels passionnés par l'innovation et le développement durable. En tant que Directeur(trice) de projet en Mécanique et Électricité, vous bénéficierez d'une culture de travail collaborative qui valorise la diversité des idées et favorise la croissance personnelle et professionnelle. Situé au cœur du Québec, WSP offre des opportunités uniques de travailler sur des projets d'envergure tout en contribuant à façonner l'avenir de nos communautés.