Project Procurement Lead (Calgary)

Vista Projects is an integrated industrial engineering firm that helps clients navigate the digital transformation of their projects and operations. Our proven project execution process is based on a “single source of truth” model that eliminates the potential for inefficient engineering designs, cost overruns, and project completion delays.

What You Would Do in This Role

Work within a project team environment, potentially on multiple projects

Enforce timely and cost‑effective procurement while adhering to client requirements and proper procurement practices

Develop and maintain status reports

Develop procurement plans and strategy documents

Review and evaluate standard procurement documents, including bid lists, requests for quotation / proposal and commercial bid evaluations

Oversee purchase of complex engineered equipment and services as well as electrical, instrumentation, structural steel and piping commodity materials

Oversee negotiation of commercial terms, including progress payments and terms and conditions

Attend status meetings with clients, project management and suppliers

Develop man‑hour estimates, resource plans, schedules and relevant procurement procedures

Periodically review departmental processes, procedures and standards, identify areas of improvement, deficiencies and take corrective action to maintain quality

Plan, schedule and manage responsibilities, objectives and project milestones for the team

Manage performance of the team, including mentoring and coaching direct reports

Provide input to, and participate in, Human Resources activities, including recruitment, terminations and discipline

Perform other duties as requested

Requirements

More than ten (10) years of procurement experience, with a minimum of six years at a supervisory level in an engineering, procurement, construction environment

Demonstrated advanced negotiating experience

Post‑secondary certification or equivalent experience

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Problem‑solving and decision‑making skills

Ability to adapt in a changing environment

Ability to work without supervision

Strong computer processing skills; competency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel

Focus on quality with an acute attention to detail

Solid communication and influencing skills

Preferred

Only candidates located in Canada will be considered and this position is not eligible for relocation accommodation

What We Offer

A stimulating, fast‑paced and challenging work environment where you will contribute to interesting municipal and industrial engineering projects

A robust and consistent recruitment process that ensures your colleagues are likeminded and comparably capable

An opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneurial, technically skilled team that has established leadership in innovative engineering solutions

A strong value‑based philosophy that provides an informal, close‑knit team environment, where you and your family feel like a part of our organization

Competitive compensation and benefits, including a performance‑linked variable pay program

Company‑sponsored social events and team sports

Flexible work schedules, half‑day Fridays and free parking

An organization that values and encourages diversity

How to Apply Please complete the application form below and include a cover letter concisely demonstrating how your skills and experience align with our job posting. By submitting this application, you consent to our Privacy Policy, and you consent to receive transactional electronic messages from Vista and third parties acting on our behalf.

As part of the interview process there will be a technical testing component that will take up to two hours and can be completed at home on your own timeline. Candidates may be required to complete a security clearance procedure prior to receiving an offer.

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