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Come Build Your Career at Aecon! As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive. We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can't do it safely, we don't do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So we invest in our people just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction, with a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement driven by the diversity, expertise, and teamwork of our people. We're always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity:

The Province of British Columbia has chosen South Fraser Station Partners to work on the Surrey Langley SkyTrain project. The SFSP scope of work includes the construction of eight stations, a 250m Guideway, three standalone Power Propulsion Substations, and three bus exchanges. The Surrey Langley SkyTrain Project will improve regional connections and provide fast, frequent, and reliable transit service for people and businesses across Metro Vancouver, especially south of the Fraser River. The general partnership is made up of Aecon, Pomerleau, and Acciona.

What You'll Do Here:

• Accountable for project procurement plan and on-time delivery.
• Responsible for the procurement process in SAP.
• Negotiating low-value contracts with vendors and service providers.
• Adherence to Aecon's preferred supplier sourcing footprint.
• Accountable for driving towards zero exceptions in the procure to pay process.
• Real-time solution of price, delivery, account assignment, material, and service-related exceptions.
• Actively participates and aids in the development of vendor improvement plans.

What You Bring to the Team:

• An undergraduate degree in Business Administration or Engineering preferred.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks within a fast-paced work environment.
• Advanced communication skills demonstrated through previous experience in multi-disciplinary project & program meetings, technical reviews with solution provider/vendor/supplier, and subject matter experts.
• Experience in program management would be considered an asset.
• Ability to interpret process flow charts to understand what data is captured and how it travels between various applications.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with professionals within the industry and internal clients.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Attention to detail, mathematical and analytical skills.
• Solid research skills and commitment to continually learn about new products/technologies/processes.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).

Salary range - £65,000 - £75,000 per annum.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion, and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA) and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.