Junior Buyer

What if you could redefine what’s possible?

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.
We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Build the future with us — As a Junior Buyer, you’ll be part of WSP’s Supply Chain Management group in our Calgary office, contributing directly to procurement activities that support complex engineering and construction projects across Canada.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with project teams, engineers, vendors, and client procurement representatives to ensure the timely and accurate execution of purchasing activities. You will support mechanical, instrumentation & controls packages, and a range of site and construction services contracts — all while helping us strengthen our delivery excellence.

Your Impact

• Prepare, issue, and expedite bid and proposal packages that support project schedules and procurement strategies.
• Support the development of project vendor lists, ensuring alignment with client and project requirements.
• Participate in bid evaluations, comparing proposals and assisting senior buyers in supplier selection processes.
• Issue purchase orders, contracts, or requisitions (with appropriate approvals) in alignment with governance requirements.
• Assist in risk assessment, validating procurement decisions against plans, budgets, and contractual obligations.
• Support change management activities by assessing commercial impacts and documenting adjustments.
• Collaborate closely with Project Engineers and Responsible Engineers to maintain procurement continuity and deliverables.
• Work with expeditors to track, identify, and resolve delivery slippages, escalating concerns to the project team as needed.
• Communicate procurement status, schedule risks, and delivery updates to internal and client stakeholders.
• Coordinate with vendors and client procurement teams to ensure all activities related to purchase orders are fully addressed and compliant.
• Close out purchase orders, ensuring all contractual and procedural conditions are satisfied.
• Maintain accurate reporting and provide timely business communication across all levels of the organization.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• A degree, diploma, or certificate in Supply Chain Management or Procurement.
• 0–4 years of experience in an EPCM or engineering‑driven environment.
• Training or experience with SCM software, procurement workflows, and documentation standards.
• Knowledge of contracts administration considered an asset.
• Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, project management, and vendor teams in a fast‑paced environment.
• Curiosity and initiative — ready to develop expertise in purchasing complex technical packages.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $66,700 – $88,400
MB & ON: $60,900 – $83,800
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $56,700 – $76,400

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Take the next step in your career and help us redefine what’s possible. Apply today and start building impact where it matters.