About the role

Senior Project Engineer overseeing capital project execution for Agropur in Bedford, Nova Scotia. Leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring alignment with business objectives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Lead the technical execution of a large, multidisciplinary capital project (building, process, utilities, automation)
Oversee and coordinate multiple project workstreams (facility expansion, utilities, equipment installation)
Manage and collaborate with external engineering firms, consultants, and contractors
Review, challenge, and validate engineering designs and deliverables
Translate business requirements into technical specifications and execution plans
Ensure alignment between technical decisions, project timelines, and overall objectives
Support and oversee construction, installation, and commissioning activities
Drive project performance to ensure delivery on time, on scope, and on budget
Collaborate with engineering partners during design development and technical reviews
Maintain a strong on-site presence during execution, ensuring effective coordination and project delivery

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline
7–10+ years of experience in project engineering and capital project delivery within industrial or manufacturing environments
Proven track record successfully delivering large-scale capital projects ($20M+)
Strong experience leading and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering projects
Demonstrated ability to manage and collaborate with external partners, consultants, and vendors
Solid systems thinking with the ability to navigate and oversee complex technical environments
Proven strength in project planning, structuring, and execution
Ability to lead, influence, and drive alignment without direct authority
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels, including senior and executive leadership
Strong stakeholder management skills in matrixed and evolving environments
Resilient, adaptable, and solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to manage ambiguity and shifting priorities