Procurement Agent

Summary

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Procurement Agent on behalf of our client in the construction sector. This role will lead the front-end procurement, contracting, and commercial-risk activities required to move construction projects from preconstruction through award and into startup.

The Procurement Agent will work closely with Preconstruction, Procurement, and Operations, leading subcontractor and vendor procurement, tendering, contract negotiations, procurement strategy, and contract execution. The ideal candidate brings strong construction procurement and contract-management experience, with a solid understanding of subcontract agreements, commercial risk, bonding, insurance, and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and contracting activities during project turnover from Preconstruction to Operations and support project startup planning.
• Participate in design and constructability reviews, tender evaluations, bid levelling, award recommendations, and project launch activities.
• Review owner contracts, drawings, specifications, and project requirements to identify contractual risks, procurement constraints, scope gaps, and commercial opportunities.
• Develop procurement strategies, subcontract award plans, procurement schedules, and long-lead material strategies.
• Support project budgeting and procurement risk assessments.
• Lead subcontractor and vendor procurement from solicitation through contract execution.
• Develop bid packages, scopes of work, special conditions, and procurement documentation.
• Manage subcontractor and vendor prequalification, tendering, bid reviews, scope clarification meetings, and contract negotiations.
• Evaluate trade partners based on financial position, references, bonding capacity, pricing, backlog, manpower, operational capability, and overall risk.
• Ensure subcontract agreements meet project requirements, including insurance, bonding, safety, and governance requirements.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers while monitoring market conditions, trade capacity, and pricing trends.
• Manage subcontract approvals, risk reviews, and subcontract execution.
• Support project teams with contract administration, subcontract interpretation, and commercial issue resolution.
• Monitor procurement milestones and identify risks that could affect budget, schedule, or project execution.
• Assist with subcontractor performance issues, claims, liens, surety matters, and contractual disputes.
• Support procurement reporting and project reviews.
• Participate in owner, consultant, and subcontractor meetings as required.
• Support and mentor Project Coordinators, Assistant Project Managers, and other team members.
• Promote best practices and continuous improvement in procurement, contract management, risk management, and project delivery.

Qualifications

Must-Haves

• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in construction project management, procurement, contract administration, or commercial management.
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong understanding of construction operations, project delivery methods, and procurement practices.
• Demonstrated experience with subcontractor procurement, contract negotiations, and project startup activities.
• Advanced knowledge of construction contracts, indemnity provisions, insurance requirements, bonding, and commercial risk management.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, schedules, and estimates.
• Experience leading tendering, bid levelling, subcontract negotiations, and contract award processes.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and risk analysis.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, construction management platforms, and ERP systems.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with SAP.
• Experience with Lean construction principles.
• Experience with BIM.
• Experience with collaborative project delivery methods.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com