Stantec

Contract & Procurement Specialist

Stantec$100K — $145K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of procurement and contract administration experience in public infrastructure
  • University degree or College Diploma in a relevant discipline or equivalent education/experience
  • Knowledge of public sector procurement practices
  • Education or certification in Project Management or similar is an asset
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools and adaptable to new software

Responsibilities

  • Implement procurement processes for construction contracts following established policies
  • Develop procurement schedules and contracting plans for projects
  • Collaborate with Program Managers on procurement functions and project timelines
  • Prepare high-quality procurement documents for medium to large projects
  • Facilitate bidding, evaluation, and negotiations for contracts
  • Perform contract management and administration activities to fulfill obligations
  • Monitor and report on contract usage and performance to identify and resolve issues

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision plans
  • Wellness program and healthcare spending account
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional membership fee coverage
  • Employee stock purchase program
  • Paid time off and emergency travel benefits
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a Contract & Procurement Specialist with a background in large infrastructure programs to work within our Program Management group. This is a position requiring excellent communication skills and a willingness to work as part of an integrated Stantec-Client multi-discipline team to successfully deliver capital projects.

The Contract & Procurement Professional would be accountable for supporting low to medium complexity procurement processes and contract administration in delivering assigned outcomes related to the execution of project supply chain strategies, sourcing strategies and/or sourcing activities following established processes.

This position would also come with expectations to naturally further your career into a Cost/Controls function to support the Program Management team.

Your Key Responsibilities
  • Implementing day-to-day activities associated with procurement of construction contracts consistent with established procurement policies, procedures, applicable state laws and guidelines.
  • Supporting projects by developing procurement schedules and contracting plans.
  • Working closely with Program Managers to assist with procurement and contracting functions and ensure procurement activities meet project schedules.
  • Responsible for preparing high quality procurement documents for medium to large scale projects.
  • Supporting projects by facilitating bidding, evaluation and negotiations.
  • Coordinating with client procurement department, project management, project controls, contract administration, construction management team personnel, legal and contractors.
  • Supporting projects by performing contract management and administration activities to ensure all parties fulfill their contractual obligations.
  • Ensuring all contract submittals and deliverables have been submitted by contractors in accordance with contract terms.
  • Monitoring, forecasting, and reporting on contract usage and performance; identifying issues, taking timely action to resolve issues and communicating the same with stakeholders/project teams.
  • Reviewing, checking and recommending approval of payment documents.
  • Managing communication with contractors on required contractual documentations and maintain correspondence files.
  • Supporting claims administration, facilitation and resolution.
  • Supporting funding compliance programs (WIFIA/SRF)
  • Assist in developing, updating, and monitoring project schedules and budgets, including tracking costs and financial performance.
  • Prepare and distribute project reports, dashboards, and analytics to support project monitoring and decision-making.

Your Capabilities and Credentials
  • Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to multi-task effectively.
  • Strong ability to plan, organize work and maintain policies and procedures.
  • Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize the various activities to maximize efficiency and meet deadlines.
  • Knowledge of public sector procurement and contract development concepts and practices.
  • Must possess high ethical and professional standards in all dealings with contractors.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and a willingness to learn new software tools as required.
  • Applicants must be willing to work in the Stantec office 5 days a week.

Education and Experience
  • Demonstrated minimum five (5) years of procurement and contract administration experience in various contract delivery methods on large projects in a public infrastructure environment
  • University degree or College Diploma in a relevant discipline or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
  • Education, accreditation or certification as a Project Manager, Construction Contract Administrator, Certified Professional Purchaser (CPP), Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP), Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO), or equivalent is considered an asset.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

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Pay Range:
• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas-$100,000.00 - $145,000.00 Annually

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: Canada | AB | Calgary
Organization: BC-1122 Water-CA PMCM
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: Replacement
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 18/05/2026 03:05:52
Req ID: 1005907

About Stantec

Stantec Inc. is a global engineering consulting firm headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The company provides professional consulting services in the areas of infrastructure, water, environment, buildings, and energy. Stantec has over 22,000 employees working in more than 400 locations across six continents. The company has a diverse client base that includes public and private sector clients. Stantec is committed to sustainability and has implemented green practices in its operations. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the American Council of Engineering Companies' National Recognition Award for exemplary engineering achievement.
Learn more about Stantec
Size
25,000 employees
Market Cap
$5.1 billion
Industry
Founded
1954
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