Project Engineer

About the Company

Sika is a global specialty chemicals business focused on systems and products used for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting materials in construction and industrial manufacturing. The company operates subsidiaries in 103 countries and more than 400 factories, supporting customers worldwide with innovative technologies. Its work contributes to making construction and transportation more environmentally compatible. In 2025, Sika employed over 33,000 people and reported sales of CHF 11.20 billion.

Role Overview

This position reports to the Vice President of Operations for the Central Region and works closely with the National Director of Engineering. The role is responsible for managing major projects across plants in Ontario, while also supporting other Canadian sites as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct project delivery from planning through execution by setting schedules, detailed budgets, installation plans, and commissioning plans, while identifying risks and assigning resources across each phase.
• Coordinate day-to-day project work so milestones are met on time and within approved financial limits.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external partners such as plant operations and maintenance, R&D, procurement, accounts payable, contractors, suppliers, consultants, engineering firms, regulators, and municipalities.
• Lead multidisciplinary initiatives with a practical, business-focused approach, including construction management, equipment installation, commissioning, acceptance testing, and project close-out.
• Prepare status updates and reports for leadership and other stakeholders, and adapt plans when scope, timeline, or budget changes are required.
• Review and support procedure documentation and control programming used for training purposes when necessary.
• Address technical problems that arise during design, engineering, installation, and commissioning for individual equipment, full production lines, or complete manufacturing facilities.
• Carry out additional duties in line with Sika Canada Inc.’s health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical engineering, plus project management experience on projects valued up to $2M.
• At least 5 years of experience managing or leading small, medium, and large projects.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and SmartSheets, or a similar project management platform.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Solid understanding of compliance requirements, including OHSA, building code, electrical code, and environmental regulations.
• Experience dealing with regulatory authorities and municipalities.
• Bilingual French and English would be considered an asset.

What Sika Offers

• Regular Monday-to-Friday working hours.
• Comprehensive benefits with company-paid premiums for the Core package.
• Career growth support along with learning and development opportunities.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and a wellness program.
• Retirement programs.
• Paid vacation and personal days.
• Employee discounts on Sika products.
• Tuition reimbursement for employees.
• Employee referral program.
• Provided uniforms and safety equipment.
• A role with autonomy, team collaboration, and support from business development and technical experts.

Equal Opportunity and Hiring Process

Sika states that it is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, nationality, ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics. The company also notes that it uses AI tools only to assist with the initial screening of applications; final hiring decisions are made by recruiters and hiring managers through human review. Compensation is described as competitive and aligned with local market data, role scope, skills, and education or training, in line with applicable laws and fair-pay practices.