The Regional Technical Category Manager is a new role for the Projects Business Line responding to dynamic market conditions for both EP and EP+ delivery models and will lead strategic procurement and category management for specialized, high-value custom turnkey / mechanical/electrical / fabrication/flow management activities across North American projects. This role is responsible for executing the North American procurement strategies while developing tailored regional approaches aligned with project execution and overall business objectives.
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Job Summary
The Regional Technical Category Manager is a new role for the Projects Business Line responding to dynamic market conditions for both EP and EP+ delivery models and will lead strategic procurement and category management for specialized, high-value custom turnkey / mechanical/electrical / fabrication/flow management activities across North American projects. This role is responsible for executing the North American procurement strategies while developing tailored regional approaches aligned with project execution and overall business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Contractor Management
Develop and manage preferred supplier networks specializing in custom turnkey / mechanical/electrical/fabrication/flow management activities
Create long-term supplier partnerships and framework agreements balancing cost, quality, schedule, loading, and risk
Conduct market analysis on supplier capacity, pricing trends, and capability gaps
Execute multi-million dollar cost reduction initiatives and consolidate orders for negotiation leverage
Drive continuous improvement with key suppliers on productivity, safety, and schedule performance
Proposal Costing & Optimization
Lead proposal development, tendering, and cost analysis for custom turnkey / mechanical/electrical / fabrication/flow management packages
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Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards
Post-Award Management & Delivery Assurance
Establish post-award protocols ensuring supplier performance and schedule adherence
Monitor supplier performance against KPIs (schedule, quality, safety, cost)
Conduct performance reviews and implement corrective action plans
Manage supplier escalations, disputes, and change orders
Drive on-time delivery through proactive schedule management and accountability
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with project execution, legal, insurance, contract management, and engineering teams
Collaborate with tendering teams on competitive bid packages
Coordinate with safety, quality, and compliance functions
Build relationships with internal stakeholders to identify value engineering and optimization opportunities
Key Characteristics
Technical Acumen
Demonstrate deep understanding of custom turnkey / mechanical/electrical / fabrication/flow management technologies to lead strategic decisions
Strategic Thinking
Balance long-term objectives with immediate priorities
Negotiation Excellence
Strong negotiation skills with proven ability to secure favorable terms in complex, high-stakes contractor agreements
Courage
Champion innovative contracting models and transformational procurement approaches
Ambitious
Challenge the status quo and identify value-creation opportunities
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Business Management
5+ years of experience in custom turnkey / mechanical/electrical / fabrication/flow management procurement, contractor management, or EPC construction execution
Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, contract management, or project management within an EPC project setting
Advanced knowledge of specialized contract terms, insurance requirements, bonding, and risk allocation frameworks
Demonstrated success in complex supplier negotiations and post-award performance management
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to identify cost and schedule improvements
Advanced knowledge of construction industry standards, safety regulations, and compliance requirements
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years in custom turnkey / mechanical/electrical / fabrication/flow management procurement
Direct water industry or EPC firm experience
Professional procurement certification (C.P.M., CPSM, CIPS)
Professional project management certification (PMP)
Experience with SAP, Ariba, and Google Workspace
Working Conditns
Up to 20% annual travel
Hybrid/Remote, Various North America locations
Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll have opportunities for comprehensive leadership development, career advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability and environmental protection while leading a talented team.
At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging and meaningful careers, and because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits.
Compensation
The compensation range is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $105 - 120K CAD + 10% annual bonus.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure: ● We do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.
Vacancy Status: ● This posting is for an existing vacancy.
As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.
****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g., H-1B visa) for this opportunity****
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Water & Wastewater Utilities216000 employeesFounded 1853
Global leader in water, waste, and energy management services.
