Project Procurement Specialist Support

Job Information

Job Title: Project Procurement Specialist Support

Job Requisition ID: 87135

Ministry: Infrastructure

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Temporary - 1 year contract

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: September 25, 2026

Classification: Administrative Support 4

Salary: $1,918.46 to $2,427.46 bi-weekly ($50,071 - $63,356/year)

The Alberta Public Service

works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.

Alberta Infrastructure is responsible for delivering about one quarter of the Alberta government’s Capital Plan, which addresses the provincial infrastructure needs of Alberta’s population that support key social programs and services and economic development.

The Ministry designs, builds, manages, and maintains government-owned and operated facilities, and collaborates with other ministries to ensure that school and hospital infrastructure meet the needs of Alberta’s population. Infrastructure also provides accommodation services and manages a large portfolio of owned and leased facilities while maintaining fiscal accountability and optimizing value for Albertans.

For more information about Alberta Infrastructure, please visit:

http://www.infrastructure.alberta.ca

Role Responsibilities

This position is a key contributor to the support services of the department's Project Procurement Specialists (PPS) in support of the department's procurement function. To be effective, the position performs daily administration of operational and administrative functions for tender services. This ensures the efficient and effective operation of the Procurement Section within the parameters of the current business plan, mandate and tendering practices of Alberta Infrastructure.

The primary responsibilities for the Project Procurement Specialist Support include, but are not limited to:

Running/completing message analyzers to determine if emails are received on time; forwarding to the applicable manager for confirmation of late status

Overseeing/responding to requests from the Procurement Support, Tender Administration, Procurement Services and Back up to Contract Review Committee mailboxes

Posting notices on the Alberta Purchasing Connection (APC) website for external postings and related Addenda/Clarifications

Validating status on the Corporate Registry System (CORES) and confirming legal name as it appears in CORES and on the bid/fee form

Setting up new vendors and vendor locations in ICAPS once an active CORES status has been confirmed

Validating correct Expenditure Officer's (EO) are in place and their approvals are complete for pending approvals as it relates to acting positions and contract amounts (pre-contract estimate compared to contract award may require additional approvals not listed).

The successful candidate will have

Critical problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and organizational skills

The ability to work independently and within a team environment

The ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks.

The

Job Description

is provided for further details on this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies

are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

Creative Problem Solving

• �� Focuses on continuous improvement and increasing breadth of insight: The PPSS works to ensure internal processes followed and records properly developed and stored.

Agility

• �� Works in a changing environment and takes initiative to change: The PPS is responsible for numerous procedures related to a high volume of procurements that close during any given week.

Drive for Results

• �� Works to exceed goals and partner with others to achieve objectives: The PPSS, Procurement Specialists and Procurement Managers work closely to plan for weekly closings.

Develop Networks

• �� Works on maintaining close relations with all stakeholders: The PPSS is responsible for administrative tasks that reside within systems used for procurement activities.

Qualifications

Minimum recruitment standards

outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Required

High School Diploma

PLUS Two (2) years of progressively responsible related experience.

Assets

Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Adobe.

Notes

This position is a Temporary, full-time role (1 year contract) with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm).

Location: Edmonton AB.

A writing assignment may be administered as part of the recruitment process.

Applicants are

advised

to provide a cover letter and resume summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what we have to offer

Working for the Alberta Public Service

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Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)

Alberta Public Service Benefit Information

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Professional learning and development

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Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool

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Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

How To Apply

Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please see

Job Application Resources

for

information.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the

International Qualifications Assessment Service

(IQAS)

or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of

Credential Evaluation Services of Canada

for more information

.

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Jenny Luong at

[email protected]