Carlson Construction Group, owned and operated by the Carlson family, celebrated its 55th anniversary in 2026. As a distinguished contractor, Carlson specializes in heavy civil, industrial, marine, and deep foundation services. Recognized as one of the largest specialty contractors in British Columbia by Business in Vancouver’s annual rankings, our group of companies includes Brymark Installations Group, Corwest Fabrications, Vancouver Pile Driving, and Carlson Marine & Industrial Rentals Ltd (CMIR), To learn more about us, visit the Carlson Construction Group website.
The Opportunity
Carlson Construction Group is seeking a highly motivated Site Buyer to join our Neptune Terminal Project team. Reporting to the Project Service Manager, the Site Buyer will be responsible for ensuring materials, equipment, and services are procured, expedited, delivered, and received on schedule to support construction activities. This role is critical to maintaining material readiness and ensuring project execution proceeds without delays.
Neptune Terminal, North Vancouver, BC
- ️ 5 Days On / 2 Days Off Rotation
8-Month Contract
Key Responsibilities
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Review and process approved purchase requests, ensuring accuracy of material descriptions, cost codes, and required delivery dates.
- Source materials and services from approved vendors while ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
- Conduct competitive bidding and vendor evaluations for procurement activities.
- Issue and manage purchase orders, revisions, and associated documentation through the ERP system.
- Expedite orders, monitor supplier performance, and proactively address procurement risks and delays.
- Coordinate with project teams, logistics, material management, engineering, quality, and cost control stakeholders.
- Track and manage vendor deliverables, certifications, inspection documentation, and turnover requirements.
- Resolve delivery issues, shortages, damages, and supplier discrepancies.
- Maintain procurement records, reporting, and audit documentation while supporting project cost and schedule objectives.
Qualifications & Assets
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Diploma, Degree, or Certificate in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or materials management experience in construction, industrial, infrastructure, marine, energy, or heavy civil projects.
- Strong understanding of vendor management, competitive sourcing, purchase order administration, expediting, and procurement best practices.
- Experience working with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications; Acumatica experience is considered an asset.
- Excellent communication, organization, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, site-based project environment.
- Experience with logistics coordination, material management, quality documentation, supplier prequalification programs (e.g., ISNetworld), and large industrial projects is considered an asset.
- Professional supply chain designations such as SCMP, CPSM, or APICS/ASCM are an advantage.
- Valid driver's license and the ability to work a 10 days on / 4 days off rotational schedule.
Why Join Carlson Construction Group?
Join a team that is delivering critical infrastructure and industrial projects across Western Canada. At Carlson Construction Group, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, work alongside experienced professionals, and contribute to the successful delivery of a high-profile marine terminal project.
Apply today and become part of the Neptune Terminal Project team.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary: $75000 – $90,000
- Competitive benefits package
- Career growth opportunities through exposure to diverse, unique marine infrastructure projects
- Training, mentorship, and a long-term commitment to your professional development
Beyond Perks
This isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to grow your expertise, sharpen your financial
instincts, and be part of a team that relies on your insights. Your work will
directly support construction projects that shape communities, infrastructure,
and local industry.
If you
love cost control, construction, and being the calm, steady voice in a
whirlwind of numbers, this is your place to shine.
Ready
to Make an Impact?
If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be valued and your
contributions will make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply
now and take the next step in your career with Carlson Construction Group.
A Quick Note to Agencies:
We kindly request that you refrain from submitting unsolicited resumes. We’re not
accepting agency referrals for this role.
Need Accommodation?
If you require accommodation during the application process, please get in touch with
us at [email protected] and let us know the position and location for which you're applying.
If you love cost control, construction, and being the calm, steady voice in a whirlwind of numbers, this is your place to shine.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. and take the next step in your career with Carlson Construction Group.
A Quick Note to Agencies:
We kindly request that you refrain from submitting unsolicited resumes. We’re not accepting agency referrals for this role.
Need Accommodation?
If you require accommodation during the application process, please get in touch with us at [email protected] and let us know the position and location for which you're applying.
