Procurement Agent

Overview

Manage procurement of materials and subcontracts for construction projects

Key Responsibilities

• bid management
• subcontract procurement
• vendor negotiation
• risk management
• m/w/dbe compliance
• schedule oversight

Tasks

-Managing of bidding process, including bid period. -Assist Operations in crating the general and special conditions, safety requirements and scope requisitions for each project to ensure that the scope, schedule, M/W/DBE or other hiring requirements, insurance and bonding requirements are clearly defined for the bidders. -Issuing recommendation for approval of subcontractors/vendors and any awards to -of the subcontract, receipt of insurance certificates and Payment and Performance -Establishing and overseeing Procurement Schedule, including attending project meetings. -Lead role in review and recommendation of new and updating of subcontractor/vendor prequalification including financial statement analysis and reference verification. -Project specific responsibility to oversee receipt of bids, spreadsheet development/execution, conducting of scope review meetings with competitive bidders (with operations staff in attendance as required) to confirm that bidders have complied with scope requirements, alternates and unit pricing, manpower, schedules and logistics plans, M/W/DBE requirements, insurance and bonding requirements and any other project-specific requirements. -Negotiating scope, price, and subcontract terms with vendors and subcontractors -Supervising assistant procurement agents, procurement assistants and/or interns, -Prepare and issue subcontracts or oversee process and follow up for timely execution -Establishing project bidding procedures, preparation, prequalifications and approval of bid lists. -Examining the plans and specifications for any deficiencies, construction issues, and technical questions and refer any findings to the Project Engineer who will bring them to the attention of the Architect/Engineer for resolution. -Overseeing current insurance certificates, bonds, and consent of surety for reserve -In conjunction with Project Team, develop, execute, and monitor Risk Management -Developing and implementing strategy to meet the Minority, Women or Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (M/W/DBE) (or other) requirements. -including providing input on performance appraisals. -Procurement of materials and subcontracts from qualified vendors and subcontractors. -Resolving issues with regard to any disputes relating to scope of work and change

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Benefits

-through subcontract award. -On-demand courses for Professional Development available on our Clark Builders University and Turner University platforms -Access to Greenshield+ a virtual mental health platform with sessions offered at a discounted rate -Employee Referral Program: earn up to $2000 cash bonus if the candidate you refer completes their 90-day probationary period -reductions, off-site material payments and final payments. -Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP) with 24/7 short term counselling services and wellness services, accessible through GreenShield Health -Employer RRSP matching up to 4% annually -Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, including Women's, Gender Diversity Inclusivity, and Indigenous ERGs -Enjoy discounts at our preferred partners, and through the Perkopolis perk platform -Flexible Spending Account 100% funded by Clark Builders with an annual allocation amount of $500 which employees can allocate into Health Spending, Lifestyle Spending, or both -Performance reviews, annual salary reviews and bonus incentives -The C LARK STARS Employee Recognition Program is an assortment of rewards designed to highlight and celebrate our people's talent, efforts, and contributions to living Our Purpose -Opportunity to connect with colleagues at company events like BBQs, site lunches, golf tournaments, family ski night and holiday parties -Professional Development program: Clark Builders will pay 50% of approved training at enrollment and remaining balance after completion -"Summer Fridays" during July and August; all sites and offices closed early; pending operational needs -Competitive compensation and paid time off including vacation, personal, and sick days -Comprehensive health and benefit plan available from the first day of employment provided by Manulife. 100% reimbursement up to $750 per year on the Core Plan, and $1000 per year on the Enhanced Plan, for each paramedical practitioner -Community engagement initiatives through our 'Give Back' program, encompassing donation matching, corporate giving, and employee volunteer support

About Clark Builders

-Built a regional footprint supported by Turner Construction’s global reach, opening offices in Edmonton (1979), Calgary (1999), Vancouver (2017), and Kelowna (2023). -Self-performing trades and owning an equipment rental division (NorthStar) enable tackling complex, logistics‑heavy builds with efficiency and scale. -Notable projects include regional hospital expansions, justice centres, university student housing, and mental‑health capital builds. -Turner Construction partnership fuels access to international best practices while preserving a personalized, community‑focused approach.

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