Director Corporate Projects

Leclerc Foods; Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Leclerc Foods in Canada seeks a Director of Corporate Projects to establish and deploy corporate standards across Canadian and U.S. plants for production-line projects.

You will report to the Vice President, Projects and Logistics, and ensure project compliance, quality, safety and timelines. You will coordinate major capital projects, oversee installation initiatives, support CAPEX planning, manage a team of Corporate Project Managers, and mentor engineers across corporate functions and plant

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience managing large-scale projects.
• Fluency in French and English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate corporate projects related to production and line development across Canadian and U.S. plants.
• Oversee installation projects to ensure delivery within quality, safety, and timeline requirements.
• Support manufacturing plants in developing and executing annual CAPEX plans.
• Provide project follow-ups with internal clients and cross-functional departments.
• Manage and prioritize requests from internal teams and ensure safety compliance.
• Establish and enforce common standards across Canadian and U.S. plants.
• Lead and manage a team of Corporate Project Managers; mentor engineers.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Decision making

Autonomy

Teamwork

Bilingual: French & English

Effective communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (asset)

Job description

Leclerc is a family business with 120 years of experience, tradition and know-how passed down from people with heart. Thanks to our 1,900 employees in nine plants in Canada and the United States, we are constantly innovating to exceed the expectations of both small and large appetites.

What you'll do

As Director, Corporate Projects, you are responsible for establishing and deploying corporate standards across Canadian and U.S. plants for projects related to production lines. Reporting to the Vice President, Projects and Logistics, you ensure project compliance, quality, safety and timelines while acting as a key point of reference for internal teams and stakeholders.

How will you create impact?

• Coordinate corporate projects related to production and line development (new lines, modifications, reconfigurations)
• Oversee installation projects to ensure delivery within quality, safety, and timeline requirements
• Support manufacturing plants in the development and execution of their annual capital expenditure (CAPEX) plans
• Provide project follow‑ups with internal clients and cross‑functional departments
• Manage and prioritize requests from internal teams {
• Ensure all work under your responsibility is executed safely
• Establish and enforce common standards across Canadian and U.S. plants
• Lead and manage a team of Corporate Project Managers
• Provide coaching and mentorship to newly hired engineers across both corporate functions and plant operations

Who are we looking for?

We Are Looking For Someone Who Can

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Be a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (asset)
• Have a minimum of 10 years of experience managing large‑scale projects
• Demonstrate strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities
• Be recognized for rigor, structure, and autonomy
• Work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams
• Communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally
• Be fluent in both French and English, spoken and written

Why join Leclerc?

At Leclerc, we live by our five core values: Authenticity, Respect, Innovation, Engagement, and Pleasure.

These values guide everything we do and create a unique work environment where you can thrive.

• We believe in developing our talent – because growth starts with authenticity and engagement.
• We provide career progression opportunities – in a respectful and supportive atmosphere.
• We offer a dynamic and stimulating environment – where innovation is encouraged and celebrated.
• We use innovative digital tools – to make your work easier and more impactful.
• We are an innovative and growing company – committed to continuous improvement and bold ideas.
• We foster a collaborative and respectful culture – because teamwork and pleasure at work matter.
• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.