About the Project:
The Eglinton Crosstown West Extension will bring the Eglinton Crosstown LRT another 9.2 kilometres farther west, creating a continuous rapid transit line from the east end of Toronto into Mississauga. The Stations, Rail, and Systems (SRS) package encompasses the design, construction, integration, and commissioning of key project components.
Position Overview
The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for supporting the procurement, contract administration, and vendor management functions for the ECWE SRS Project. This role will play a key part in ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of materials, equipment, subcontractors, and services, in alignment with project schedules, budgets, and contractual requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage end-to-end procurement activities for goods, equipment, and subcontracted services related to stations, rail, and systems packages.
- Prepare and issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotations (RFQs), and Invitations to Tender (ITTs) in compliance with procurement policies and project requirements.
- Analyze bids, conduct commercial evaluations, and support negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing and terms.
- Draft, review, and process purchase orders, subcontract agreements, and change orders.
- Collaborate with engineering, construction, project controls, and commercial teams to ensure technical and schedule requirements are captured in procurement documents.
- Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and compliance with contractual obligations.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, including supplier communications, contracts, and reporting documentation.
- Support project reporting requirements by providing procurement status updates, cost forecasts, and risk assessments.
- Ensure compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, safety, and quality standards, as well as Metrolinx and consortium requirements.
- Assist in resolving supplier disputes, claims, or performance issues.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 5+ years of procurement or contract administration experience, preferably within large infrastructure, transportation, or construction projects.
- Knowledge of procurement practices, tendering procedures, and contract law (CCDC/RAIC/FIDIC or equivalent).
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in procurement and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards) and MS Office Suite.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and collaborative project environment.
- Professional certification (SCMP, CPSM, PMP, or equivalent) considered an asset.
What TRP Can Offer You:
- Competitive Salary
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer Matching Retirement Program
- Life insurance
At TRP, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
