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Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy and partnering every day to build connect power and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon you can count on :

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we cant do it safely we dont do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example with humility and courage.
• Accountability. Were passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So we invest in our people just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we :

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement driven by the diversity expertise and teamwork of our people. Were always searching the globe for innovative collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

About Us

Spanning five decades and more than 400 nuclear energy projects Aecon Nuclears portfolio of building refurbishing maintaining and decommissioning nuclear power facilities reflects a record of project success that ranges from small but essential maintenance contracts to major construction endeavours. Aecon supports clients with expert project management and trades working to Aecons most exacting standards based on the nuclear industrys fundamental principles of safety reliability quality and predictable performance.

Aecon has succe s sfully executed a broad range of projects including construction of the Bruce B heavy Water Plant Bruce Unit 1 & 2 Balance of Plant Refurbishment and the Darlington Used Fuel Dry Storage Project. This kind of experience and track record has made Aecon a trusted supplier to clients for their mission critical projects. The Darlington Retube and Feeder Replacement Project (RFR) Ontario Power Generations largest nuclear project and the fabrication assembly inspection examination and testing of 24 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Mechanical Process Modules for two new build nuclear power plants in the U.S. are key examples of Aecon Nuclears flagship projects.

Aecons unparalleled industry experience has also helped with securing long-term master service agreements with longstanding clients in key sectors of the Canadian economy. In the nuclear power sector these trusted partnerships are especially and increasingly important.

To support the nuclear sector in Canada Aecon maintains a nuclear quality management system compliant to the requirements of CSA Standards N286-05 CAN3-Z299.1 and N286.7. Additionally Aecon maintains several CSA N285.0 Certificates of Authorization. Aecons N NPT NS & NA Stamps from the ASME coupled with programmatic compliance to U.S. Federal Regulation 10CFR50 Appendix B has extended Aecons reach to the U.S. and international nuclear markets.

The position is located in the Pickering Ontario and reporting to the Procurement Manager. The Purchasing Agent is responsible to negotiate pricing and terms for various commodities equipment and services for the OPG Pickering Refurbishment Project.

What Youll Do Here

Primary responsibility is to lead and manage the full procurement lifecycle to support the overall success of a project or site

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 negotiation contract award and contract management.

The position will require 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.

Preparation and issuance of standard and quality related Request for Quotation (RFQs) to qualified vendors based on Aecons Approved Suppliers List (ASL)

Conduct market-based research to develop new suppliers that would add value to Aecon projects.

Provide assistance to the Procurement Manager to develop project specific procurement plans or as assigned take the lead in developing such plans.

Negotiation or 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 Procurement Manager to develop and implement detailed strategies for procurement including cost reduction strategies to meet organizational goals and objectives

Working with Aecon Operations personnel and supporting regional offices in obtaining materials required as needed

Support estimating team with pricing at tendering stage

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

What You Bring To The Team

2-3 years experience in the Nuclear Construction Industry in a procurement role or 5 years experience in a conventional procurement role.

Completion of Materials and Operations Management Program at the College or University Level an asset

Enrollment in or completion of PMACs Accreditation Program is preferred Microsoft Office Products

Working knowledge of OPG Passport system would be considered an asset.

Working knowledge of Nuclear Codes & Standards as they relate to procurement activities These may include but not be limited to : ASME Section III ASME NCA-4000 ASME NQA-1 CSA N285.0 CSA N286-05 and CSA Z299 / N299 Series.

Basic knowledge of other material or component codes and standards would be an asset. These may include but not be limited to : ASME Section II & ASME SECTION III ASTM & CSA.

Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities is critical.

Good Interpersonal skills are essential

Customer service oriented

Good planning decision making negotiation and time management skills are essential

Knowledge of competitive trends & sales techniques.

Knowledge of SAP planning system would be 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.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA) and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Cardiac,Event Planning,Front Office Management,Inventory Management,Adobe

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1