Procurement Manager

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World ., our teams are rapidly growing across North America.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here. The work we do matters.

The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you! MWH Constructors , a global leader in heavy civil construction of water and wastewater facilities, is currently seeking a Procurement Manager to support project work in Winnipeg, Canada.

The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience leading, administering, and coordinating project purchasing activities including services, materials, and equipment within a heavy civil construction environment. Essential Functions Lead, manage, and advance major equipment and material purchase orders to achieve on‑time delivery in alignment with corporate procurement policy, project specifications, and schedule. Serve as the primary liaison between corporate procurement, on‑site construction teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure procured services and/or material deliveries are on time and within budget.

Establish, develop, and maintain strategic relationships with equipment and material providers and subcontractors. Provide leadership oversight for regular, timely, effective, and efficient reporting of vendor documentation submittals. Oversee production schedules and progress, anticipate potential delays, and collaborate with vendors and project teams to proactively resolve issues and areas of concern.

Ensure maintenance of appropriate records including supplier correspondence, documentation, purchase orders, and other auditable documents. Direct the preparation of bidder lists, qualification of bidders, preparation of requests for quotation, and oversight of bid evaluations. Approve source selections and, in coordination with Contracts and Risk teams, lead purchase order negotiations and the preparation and issuance of purchase orders.

Ensure necessary reviews and approvals of bidder exceptions, bid evaluations, recommendations, purchase orders, and change orders prior to execution. Champion the effective use of established policies, procedures, systems, and tools to drive maximum contribution and efficiency. Evaluate complex purchase order‑related issues, determine appropriate remedial actions, and implement solutions through available resources.

Oversee administration of purchase orders, including change order processing, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and applicable regulations, invoice processing and verification, and performance evaluation, ensuring supplier compliance in a cost‑effective, timely, and responsive manner. Provide mentorship and guidance to procurement team members as applicable. Qualifications 10+ years' experience in purchasing, material expediting and a solid understanding of purchasing techniques, procedures and policies in the water/wastewater construction industry. 4 years of management experience.

Certified Purchasing Professional (CCP). Demonstrated leadership and team coordination experience. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required. Committed and experienced team leader and collaborator. Proficient with Microsoft business suite of software, especially Excel.

Equivalent combination of related experience and technical training may be substituted. Preferred Qualifications Four-year college degree in business with a focus on procurement/transportation/logistics or similar discipline. Purchasing and expediting experience of water equipment used in the water/wastewater construction industry preferred.

Technical knowledge of major equipment and materials associated with water and wastewater or large industrial project construction preferred. Experience establishing and managing strategic supplier relationships within the water/wastewater industry preferred. Knowledge of procurement/vendor inspection techniques and requirements, inter-modal transportation, logistics, accounting, financial management, and business contract law a plus.

Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision Time Off Program (includes vacation, holiday and personal time) Employee Referral Program Pay Range: 130K-175K CAD MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single‑source, integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry‑leading preconstruction and construction services, the Company’s multi‑disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

MWH is an equal opportunity employer and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with all applicable laws. Accommodations are available on request to support the recruitment process. Please note that all positions require pre‑employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr