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Company IntroductionT&T Supermarket Inc. was founded in 1993 with two stores in BC. Since then, it has expanded rapidly and is now Canadas largest Asian supermarket chain with 37 stores across the country: 14 in BC, 7 in Alberta, 14 in Ontario, and 2 in Quebec. The Companys continuous expansion is going to bring more new stores in the next couple of years.The RoleReporting to the Senior Director, Engineering & Design, the Director, Construction, holds the responsibility of leading and supervising the Engineering Department for North America. This department supports all construction activities for new store development and provides maintenance services to all facilities including stores, food production centers, warehouse, and support centers across North America.Major ResponsibilitiesLead the Engineering practice for the organization and manage day-to-day operation of the Engineering departmentDevelop and implement new construction and development plans across North America, addressing evolving business and operational needsTake ownership of requests to achieve organizational business goals and explore opportunities to enhance job accomplishmentsSupervise the engineering, design, and construction of new facilities, as well as manage plans for repurposing and retrofitting existing spaces in North AmericaCollaborate with Regional Project Managers and various internal and external stakeholders to ensure project designs adhere to accepted standards and codesChampion the development of policies and procedures related to landlord and tenant matters for construction and Repair & Maintenance projects as neededEnsure construction schedules, milestones, costs, and other deliverables are executed within the approved timelinePartner closely with relevant stakeholders, consultants, general contractors, and government authorities in the development, design, and analysis of project drawings or complete remodel projectsProvide high-level direction and oversight to day-to-day operations of Repair & Maintenance Managers, overseeing repairs, maintenance, renovation, and remodeling projects of various scales in North AmericaServe as the key liaison with our parent company, Loblaw, addressing important issues related to various construction or development projectsImplement hands-on performance management, guidance, commendations, and disciplinary actions within the departmentKnowledge, Skills and Ability RequirementsBachelors degree in architecture, engineering, or related fields.Minimum of 20 years of work experience in building engineering and/or the construction industry preferably with experience in the design of supermarkets or retail development10-15 years of managerial experience in general construction industry is mandatoryDeep practical engineering knowledge with a proven track record in timely project delivery, project management, cost control, and ensuring customer satisfactionSignificant experience in strategic facilities and construction planning, capital construction management, real estate development, and/or asset management for a large, multi-site organizationFamiliar with Canadian regulations and legal complianceAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously and interpret blueprints and other technical documentsStrong business acumen, strategic perspective, consultative, planning, and implementation skillsDemonstrated strong leadership and supervisory experience, ability to lead by example, delegate appropriately, manage, motivate, and execute commendation and disciplinary actionsStrong problem-solving, decision-making, critical thinking, and job task planning and organizing ability.High level of integrity and work ethics; ability to work independently with excellent organizational and interpersonal skillsEffective team player with the ability to interact with various internal and external stakeholdersCapability to bring knowledge, creativity, and discipline to the position to drive results and adhere to established fundamental processesExperience in a demanding, fast-paced, or retail environment will be an assetStrong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project Management)Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; ability to communicate in Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) is an assetPossession of a valid drivers license with the ability to travel as requiredEmployee BenefitsBiannual discretionary bonusLife/AD&D insuranceLong Term Disabilities Extended health/dental/vision careRetirement benefitPaid annual/sick/marriage/bereavement leaveSubsidized staff mealIn-store staff purchase discount