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Director - Design & Construction
Staples Canada
Richmond Hill, ON
- $125,300 to $156,600 USD / year
- Full-time
The Director, Construction and Engineering, has ownership and accountability for the design, construction, fixture and engineering teams. Partner with the VP, Design, Construction and Asset…
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Director - Design & Construction
Staples Inc.
Richmond Hill, ON
- Full-time
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- Full-time
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Staples Canada

Director - Design & Construction

Richmond Hill, ON, Canada

$125,300 to $156,600 USD / year · Full-time

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Pay: $125,300 to $156,600 USD / year
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 1, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 2, 2026

Original job description

Job Description

Some of what you will do:

The Director, Construction and Engineering, has ownership and accountability for the design, construction, fixture and engineering teams. Partner with the VP, Design, Construction and Asset Management to develop the strategy for the construction and engineering teams and will lead the full execution of the strategy for all enterprise assets (Retail and Closed Door). Will lead construction and engineering procurement activities and participate in vendor management with a focus on meeting budget and timeline requirements.

This is individual is responsible for the strategy inclusive of creation and execution of Engineering and Maintenance processes and functions in our Closed-Door locations (Staples Professional and SC FCs, Hubs, Depots).

This role is also responsible for Real Estate and Facilities Services issues from time to time, partnering with others as required.

Specifically, You Will

Program Leadership - 45%

Partner on the creation of and lead the execution of the construction, design and engineering strategy and related initiatives, in consideration of business priorities and objectives.
Consult with leaders from across the company to understand objectives and timelines, crafting strategy to meet the needs of the business; surface concerns and make recommendations for adjustments as required.
Oversee an annual assigned capital program and ensure all projects are completed on time, on budget and to Staples standards.
Manage design, construction and engineering of all small, mid, and large-scale projects including Transformation initiatives, Technology expansions, major renovations and all new stores and ensure completion on time, to budget and to Staples enterprise standards.
Prioritize workflow and initiatives of multiple projects running simultaneously, design short- and long-term project plans, pivoting as required and partner with all relevant parties to ensure the least amount of disruption to plan.
Oversee and provide leadership to third party construction services to meet pace and scale requirements.
Resolve issues that are capital project related – including design issues i.e. retrofitting existing building for Staples format, real estate issues i.e. store layout issues, and construction related issues.
Lead the development and refinement of processes, looking for efficiencies (time, resource, budget).
Handle Schedule’ C’ lease negotiations with landlords with back-up from the VP, as needed.
Oversee tender and bid process for all construction and engineering related needs.
Value engineering spends on projects to ensure strategy execution.
Liaise with landlords, tenant representatives, contractors, construction consultants, engineers, and store management.

Supervision and People Development - 45%

Provide leadership, coaching and management of Construction Team, design team, fixturing team, engineering and maintenance teams.
Oversee team training and development, including ensuring all associates are compliant on legislatively required training and/or certification.
Assess performance and complete performance reviews.
Lead recruitment for team as required.
Partner with Human Resources on any performance related issues.

Other Responsibilities – 10%

Lead the creation and revision of policies and procedures for the Construction team and Store Development team and facilities management team as required.
Resolve other complex issues that are capital project or Real Estate Dept related – Real Estate issues, Construction issues and Facilities issues.

Some Of What You Need

Minimum 7-10 years of progressively responsible construction and engineering experience is essential and retail construction experience is preferred.
Post-Secondary education required in a related field.
Project Management Certificate is an asset.
Proven organizational, team building and business knowledge.
Strong understanding of building codes, building systems and materials and methods of construction.
Demonstrated understanding of Industry standards and practices.
Strong ability to negotiate and influence others.
Strong computer skills including Windows, MS Office and AutoCAD.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and project management skills.
Good understanding of Health & Safety regulations.
Able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
Able to communicate in French preferred but not essential.
Demonstrated ability to lead others remotely.
Ability to understand AutoCAD documentation.

Physical Demands/working Conditions

Work in a general office environment and construction sites, this role will be exposed at times to conditions and the potential hazards of a construction zone
Able to travel across Canada when required – travel 30% to 50% of the time.
Safe driving record and access to a vehicle.
Able to work flexible schedule to meet project demands.

Some of what you will get:

Associate discount
Health and Dental benefits
RRSP/DPSP
Performance bonuses
Learning & Development programs
And more...

About Us

We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

About The Team

About the Team

At Staples Canada we are dynamic, inspiring partners to our customers and the communities in which we live. As The Working and Learning Company, we inspire people to work smarter, learn more and grow every day. We’re looking for curious, approachable, and passionate individuals who love finding solutions. If that’s you, let’s work, learn, and grow together.

We are building an inclusive and diverse team

Staples Canada is continuously working towards creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We welcome, value and thrive on perspectives and contributions from backgrounds that vary by race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion or physical ability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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Responsibilities

Lead the strategy and execution of design, construction, engineering, fixture, and maintenance work across retail and closed-door enterprise locations, ensuring projects meet budget, schedule, and company standards. Manage and develop multidisciplinary teams, oversee procurement and third-party services, and resolve complex construction, facilities, and real estate issues.

Requirements

Requires 7–10 years of progressively responsible construction and engineering experience, with retail construction preferred, and post-secondary education in a related field. Candidates should bring strong project management, leadership, negotiation, building-code and construction knowledge, AutoCAD skills, and the ability to travel extensively and work flexibly.

Skills

Construction Management
Engineering Management
Retail Construction
Project Management
Capital Program Management
Design Management
Procurement
Vendor Management
Budget Management
Schedule Management
Building Codes
Building Systems
Construction Methods And Materials
Negotiation
Team Leadership
AutoCAD

Benefits

Associate Discount
Health And Dental Benefits
RRSP/DPSP
Performance Bonuses
Learning And Development Programs

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Keywords

Construction
Engineering
Retail Construction
Design
Fixture Management
Facilities Management
Maintenance
Capital Projects
Project Management
Procurement
Vendor Management
Tendering
Bid Process
Value Engineering
Building Codes
Building Systems
Construction Materials
Construction Methods
Health And Safety Regulations
AutoCAD
Microsoft Office
Lease Negotiations
Real Estate
Store Development
Team Development
Performance Management

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