<p>Our client is a well-established privately owned commercial general contractor based in the Fraser Valley with more than 25 years of experience in the construction industry.</p><p><br></p><p>The organization delivers a diverse range of projects throughout BC, including commercial buildings, industrial warehouses, tenant improvements, institutional projects, corporate roll-outs, and multi-family developments.</p><p><br></p><p>They are looking to add an experienced Pre Construction Lead to their team, with the primary focus on commercial construction.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a leader who enjoys being involved from the early stages of a project through tender and award and wants to work closely with senior leadership, clients, consultants, subcontractors, and the project management team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the estimating process for commercial construction projects, from initial budgets through final tender and award.</li><li>Review architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, civil drawings, specifications, and other tender documents.</li><li>Complete detailed quantity take-offs, cost estimates, budgets, and bid proposals.</li><li>Solicit, analyze, and negotiate pricing from subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.</li><li>Develop competitive and accurate bids while identifying project risks, exclusions, and opportunities.</li><li>Participate in bid strategy, value engineering, and risk reviews.</li><li>Prepare conceptual budgets and assist with cost planning during the pre-construction phase.</li><li>Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, consultants, architects, and senior leadership.</li><li>Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers throughout the bidding process.</li><li>Monitor market conditions, labour costs, material pricing, and subcontractor availability.</li><li>Support project turnover from estimating into construction, ensuring a smooth transition of budgets, scopes, assumptions, and commitments.</li><li>Assist with change-order pricing and cost analysis as required.</li><li>Manage multiple estimates and competing deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a growing and dynamic manufacturing organization in the Vaughan area, is seeking a highly capable <strong> Buyer</strong> to take ownership of the procurement function and play a key role in supporting business growth and operational success.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a confident procurement professional who enjoys working independently, influencing decisions, and collaborating directly with executive leadership. The successful candidate will bring strong manufacturing purchasing experience, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build credibility with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and senior leaders alike.</p><p>As a trusted procurement partner, you will be responsible for ensuring the uninterrupted flow of materials, managing supplier relationships, driving cost savings initiatives, and contributing to strategic supply chain decisions that impact the business.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all purchasing and sourcing activities to support manufacturing operations and business objectives.</li><li>Develop and implement procurement strategies that improve cost, quality, delivery, and supplier performance.</li><li>Source and negotiate with suppliers for raw materials, components, and production-related services.</li><li>Manage RFQ and tendering processes, evaluate vendor proposals, and negotiate favorable commercial agreements.</li><li>Build strong relationships with key suppliers while holding them accountable for quality, pricing, and delivery expectations.</li><li>Partner closely with the Executive Leadership Team to provide procurement insights, recommendations, and market intelligence.</li><li>Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, Operations, Finance, and Logistics to ensure material availability and operational continuity.</li><li>Monitor inventory levels and supplier performance to proactively identify and mitigate supply risks.</li><li>Analyze purchasing data, spending trends, and supplier metrics to support informed decision-making.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supplier rationalization.</li><li>Support supplier qualification, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li></ul>