Procurement Contract Specialist

About Worley Canada Construction

Worley is a global professional services company specializing in energy, chemicals, and resources. We collaborate with clients to deliver projects and generate long-term value across asset lifecycles. Our focus lies in bridging current energy needs with sustainable solutions. We lead industrial construction projects in Alberta and Western Canada, offering careers in fabrication, modularization, field installation, and professional support for demanding facilities such as heavy-oil plants, gas facilities, power stations, and other industrial sites. Our Canadian presence spans over 20 locations, and we operate in more than 40 countries worldwide.

Role Overview

The company seeks an experienced Procurement Contracts Specialist to join the Subcontracts team at the Edmonton/Fort McMurray site. Reporting to the Senior Manager Subcontracts, this role liaises with various departments including project management, construction, fabrication, estimations, legal, engineering, finance, HSE, quality, and others to ensure seamless contract management.

Working Conditions

• Work schedule of 14 days on followed by 14 days off.
• Fly-in/Fly-out arrangement.
• Must reside locally in Edmonton.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams to formulate subcontract sourcing strategies and implementation plans.
• Carry out subcontract supply chain functions ensuring successful project delivery, performance, quality, value, service, technical enhancements, and safety.
• Develop detailed scopes of work, quality benchmarks, commercial strategies, and integrate client contract terms as required.
• Research and recommend subcontractors based on evaluation factors including capacity, quality, experience, safety record, and financial viability.
• Manage all Request for Proposal (RFP) and informal sourcing activities including package preparation, clarification coordination, technical and proposal evaluation, negotiation, and award recommendation.
• Create and negotiate subcontract award documents and terms.
• Oversee subcontractor mobilization, track subcontract execution ensuring performance, manage costs, handle changes, verify invoices, issue formal communications, resolve disputes, and perform performance assessments.
• Contribute to the training, operation, and maintenance of Worley’s computerized Contracts Administration Management system.
• Provide expert advice to stakeholders on supply chain management practices such as strategic sourcing, contract law, negotiation, subcontract preparation, logistics, performance management, and ethics, recommending process improvements as necessary.
• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, internal teams, and clients where applicable.
• Mentor and coach subcontracts team members and broader teams as needed.
• Stay current with industry trends and professional developments through education, organizations, publications, and training.
• Follow all corporate governance policies and codes of conduct.
• Handle special projects related to procurement and subcontracting, preparing reports, business cases, and recommendations.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum five years of experience in supply chain roles, including contracts administration, preferably within oil & gas or construction sectors.
• Experience in field or site-based construction is advantageous.
• Certification such as SCMP and/or formal post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Project Management, or Contract Law is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of supply chain processes in manufacturing, oil & gas, or construction industries.
• High discretion and confidentiality standards.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.
• Developing negotiation proficiency.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Adeptness in influencing decisions constructively without adversarial behavior.
• Good interpersonal skills facilitating strong relationships across all organizational levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

Commitment to Safety and Inclusion

Worley is committed to leadership in health, safety, and environmental performance, aiming for zero harm and environmental incidents. We prioritize diversity, inclusion, and respect, ensuring all employees feel valued and empowered to contribute. Equal employment opportunity is central to our hiring practices.

Additional Information

Recruitment agencies must have formal agreements with Worley for fee considerations. Candidate submissions must be routed through official human resources channels. At Worley, employees are supported in skill development and transition towards expertise in low carbon energy infrastructure and technologies, with no barriers to career success.