Vice President of Engineering - Data Centers

Reliance Impact Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Impact Inc. seeks a Vice President of Engineering to lead the engineering strategy and execution of major data center projects in Toronto.

This senior role requires a proven track record in mission-critical facilities, complex infrastructure, and high-performance project delivery. The successful candidate will direct multidisciplinary teams, influence design coordination and technical standards, and manage client relationships from conceptual design through construction and

Qualifications

• Senior engineering leadership experience in consulting engineering, mission-critical or infrastructure projects.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams across design, planning, client management and project delivery.
• Strong understanding of design coordination, technical standards, constructability and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering strategy and technical direction for data center projects.
• Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams including mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil disciplines.
• Manage design reviews, technical standards, project planning and engineering deliverables.
• Work closely with clients, consultants, contractors and internal leadership.
• Support project execution from early design through construction and commissioning.
• Identify technical risks, resolve design challenges and ensure engineering excellence.
• Build, mentor and develop high-performing engineering teams.

Skills

Senior leadership

Data center projects

Stakeholder management

Design coordination

Education

P.Eng. designation (asset)

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking a Vice President of Engineering to lead the engineering strategy and execution of major data center projects. This role is ideal for a senior engineering leader with a strong background in mission-critical facilities, complex infrastructure, and high-performance project delivery.

The ideal candidate comes from a consulting engineering environment and has experience leading multidisciplinary teams across design, planning, technical reviews, client management, and project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering strategy and technical direction for data center projects
• Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams, including mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil disciplines
• Manage design reviews, technical standards, project planning, and engineering deliverables
• Work closely with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal leadership
• Support project execution from early design through construction and commissioning
• Identify technical risks, resolve design challenges, and ensure engineering excellence
• Build, mentor, and develop high-performing engineering teams

Qualifications

• Senior engineering leadership experience within consulting engineering, mission-critical, or infrastructure projects
• Strong experience with data center, critical facilities, or complex technical building projects
• Background working for a consulting engineering firm is strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of design coordination, technical standards, constructability, and project delivery
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships
• P.Eng. designation is considered a strong asset

Why Apply

This is a strong opportunity for a senior engineering leader to take ownership of high-profile data center projects and play a key role in shaping engineering strategy, technical delivery, and long-term project success.