Vice President of Engineering and Projects

NPAworldwide; Staples; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base Salary

Annual bonus

Benefits

RRSP matching

Growth company

Job summary

NPAworldwide is representing a client seeking a Vice President of Engineering and Projects in Staples, Ontario. This leadership role will drive infrastructure growth, technical integrity, and operational efficiency across greenhouse design, permitting, construction, automation, and maintenance.

Reporting to the CEO, you will oversee projects from conception to commissioning, manage multi‑million CAD budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, and spearhead continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in industrial engineering, construction management or related technical field; Masters degree (preferred).
• Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in high-technology greenhouse growing and packhouse operations; produce industry experience preferred.
• Proven experience in greenhouse construction and expansion projects.
• Knowledge of greenhouse climate control systems; PRIVA and HOGENDOORN experience would be assets.
• P.Eng designation.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and CAD/AutoCAD.
• Understanding GMP, Health & Safety, Food Safety, HACCP, PrimusGFS requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to influence stakeholders.
• Leadership and ability to motivate teams to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead greenhouse expansion projects from land acquisition and permitting through commissioning.
• Manage multi-million-dollar CAPEX budgets, project billing, timelines, and documentation to maximize ROI.
• Coordinate with officials, utilities, contractors, and internal teams for regulatory compliance and on-time builds.
• Drive automation, mechanization, and innovation to reduce labor, increase throughput, and improve efficiency.
• Develop standards for greenhouse, packhouse, and distribution systems with North American scalability.
• Oversee facility infrastructure, utilities, and preventive/predictive maintenance to maximize reliability.
• Align technical capabilities and investments with production and financial goals.
• Lead and develop a high-performing, multi-location engineering and project team.
• Ensure safety, environmental compliance, and a strong Safety First culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Time management

Team motivation

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelors degree in industrial engineering, construction management or related field

Masters degree (preferred)

P.Eng designation

Tools

CAD/AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Opportunity

Our client, a major contributor in the agriculture sector, is looking for a Vice President of Engineering and Projects to join their team in Staples, Ontario. Reporting to the CEO, the VP of Engineering and Projects will lead the companys infrastructure growth, technical integrity, and operational efficiency. This role oversees the full lifecycle of company assets, from greenhouse design and permitting through construction, automation, and facility maintenance. The VP ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget while driving continuous improvement and ROI.

Position Availability

• This posting is for a vacancy within the organization

What Youll Be Responsible For

• Leading greenhouse expansion projects from land acquisition and permitting through final commissioning.
• Managing multi-million-dollar CAPEX budgets, project billing, timelines, Gantt charts, and documentation to maximize ROI.
• Coordinating with local officials, utilities, contractors, and internal teams to ensure regulatory compliance and high-quality, on-time builds.
• Driving automation, mechanization, and technical innovation to reduce labor dependency, increase throughput, and improve efficiency.
• Developing standardized technical specifications and SOPs for greenhouse, packhouse, and distribution center systems, with scalability across North American sites.
• Overseeing facility infrastructure, utilities, and preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize reliability and minimize downtime.
• Partnering with Operations, Growing, and Finance leadership to align technical capabilities, infrastructure, and investments with production and financial goals.
• Leading and developing a high-performing team of engineers, project managers, and technical specialists across multiple locations.
• Ensuring ultimate accountability for job site safety, environmental compliance, and a strong Safety First culture across technical departments.

Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate

• Bachelors degree in industrial engineering, construction management or related technical field; Masters degree (preferred)
• Bringing 10+ years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 5 years in high-technology greenhouse growing and packhouse operations; produce industry experience preferred.
• Bringing proven experience in greenhouse construction and expansion projects.
• Demonstrating strong knowledge of greenhouse climate control systems; PRIVA and HOGENDOORN experience would be considered an asset.
• Holding a P.Eng. designation.
• Demonstrating proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and CAD/AutoCAD.
• Understanding Good Manufacturing Practices, Health & Safety, Food Safety, HACCP, and PrimusGFS requirements.
• Applying strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to evaluate options, identify risks, and develop effective solutions.
• Demonstrating strong organizational and time‑management skills to consistently deliver projects and goals on schedule.
• Bringing excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and communicate ideas effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Leading collaboratively and influentially, with the ability to motivate teams and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

Whats In It For You?

• Base Salary Range: $200,000
• Annual Bonus Available
• Comprehensive Benefits
• RRSP with Matching
• Opportunity to Work for a Rapidly Growing Company

Salary Type

Annual Salary

Salary Min

CA$ 200000

Salary Max

CA$ 200000

Currency Type

CAD