ICI Construction - Procurement Manager

Ritestart Limited is a company that is Passionate About Construction. We are a COR Certified General Contractor specializing in ICI construction; delivering institutional, municipal, commercial, and waste/waster water projects across Ontario for public and private clients. We are seeking a detailed, experienced, and results-driven Procurement Manager oversee all procurement activities for our ICI construction projects. Reporting to the President, the Procurement Manager will be responsible for maintaining procurement strategies, managing supplier and subcontractor relationships, negotiating competitive pricing, and ensuring acquisition of materials, services, and equipment required. The successful candidate must have a minimum of five (5) years experience negotiating contracts in the ICI construction sector for a General Contractor and must be able to display a strong understanding of construction contracts, tendering, and project schedules, along with having the proven ability to deliver cost savings while maintaining quality and project/client requirements. KEY RESPONSBILITIES Oversee procurement activities across multiple concurrent ICI construction projects. Establish procurement schedules aligned with project budgets, schedules, and critical path requirements. Ensure that procurement activities align with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable legislation. Identify opportunities for cost savings and purchasing efficiency. Maintain and support strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors. Negotiate pricing, contract terms, payment conditions, delivery schedules, and purchase agreements. Develop preferred supplier and subcontractor networks to support multiple project requirements. Coordinate requests for quotations, invitations to tender, and bid evaluations. Review subcontractor quotations for scope completeness, exclusions, and qualifications. Review and negotiate purchase orders and subcontract agreements with all project teams. Work closely with Estimating and Project Management to establish and maintain procurement budgets. Monitor material pricing, market conditions, risks, and constraints. Prepare procurement reports, cost comparisons, and savings analysis. Identify value engineering opportunities. Ensure long-lead items are identified, quoted, approved, and ordered in accordance with project schedules. Review supplier documentation and warranties, certificates, and technical submittals. Track committed costs against project budgets and identify potential cost overruns. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Minimum 7-10 years of progressive procurement experience within the construction industry. Minimum 5 years DIRECT experience in the ICI Construction sector working previously for a General Contractor as a Procurement Coordinator/Manager. Exemplary communication skills, both written and oral. Excellent negotiation skills. Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and contractual documents. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Able to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or schedule. Excellent organizational skills. Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, and project delivery. Experience with Procore and Bluebeam is a highly regarded asset. Ability to work collaboratively with Senior Management, Project Teams, owners/consultants, and subcontractors. Degree in Construction Management is a highly regarded asset. Success in this position would require delivering measurable procurement savings, reducing project risk, strengthening supplier and subcontractor relationships, and supporting the successful execution of the company's portfolio. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Ritestart Limited is an equal opportunity organization where we offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service for all applicants, employees, and our business partners. Selection for …

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