Building Engineer/Architect

Facade Today; Windsor; On-site; CAD 107,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Facade Today in Windsor, Ontario is seeking a Building Engineer/Architect to review plans and issue permits under the Ontario Building Code, collaborating with architects, engineers and city staff.

You will analyze structural drawings, calculate fees, attend site meetings, and support health and safety duties. A professional license and building-design experience are required, with travel to off-site locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Architecture, Civil, Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering or equivalent, with 2+ years relevant experience.
• OR a University degree in Architecture, Civil, Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering with 4+ years experience.
• Must be licensed by PEO or OAA.
• Willing to complete required MOE/Municipal qualifications within 1 year.
• Ability to travel to off-site locations with a valid driver's license.
• Familiarity with Ontario Fire Code, CSA, NFPA standards.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Understanding of mechanical systems (plumbing, heating, fire protection).
• AMANDA software knowledge is a plus.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and hazards.

Responsibilities

• Review plans prior to permit issuance for construction, demolition, plumbing and related permits.
• Review design drawings for Building Code compliance and applicable laws.
• Analyze structural drawings and soil/consultant reports; evaluate alternatives.
• Provide guidelines and interpretations to architects, engineers, lawyers and the public.
• Review agreements to ensure terms precede permit issuance; calculate fees.
• Attend meetings and construction site visits as required.
• Maintain amicable relations with the public and staff.
• Perform Occupational Health and Safety duties as outlined by policy.

Skills

Reading drawings

Analytical thinking

Communication

Travel flexibility

Collaboration

Education

Masters degree in Architecture, Civil, Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering

or University degree in Architecture, Civil, Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering

Professional license: PEO or OAA

Tools

AMANDA software

Job description

Job Title: Building Engineer/Architect

Job Posting Number: 2026-0105

Posting Type: Internal

Posting Period: Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. to Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.

Department: Building – Permit Services

Union: Non-Union

Position Status: Regular Full Time

Job Code: NU0068

Grade/Class: NU12

Number of Positions: 1

Rate of Pay: $106,903.33 – $129,942.31 annually

Hours of Work per Week: 35.00hours

Shift Work Required: No

Duties and Responsibilities

• Review of plans prior to the release of construction, demolition, plumbing, heating, sewer, on-site sewage and sign permits;
• Reviews design drawings and specifications for compliance with the requirements of the Ontario Building Code, all applicable laws, and other related codes, standards, and municipal by-laws;
• Analyzes structural drawings/calculations in accordance with Part 4, examines soil reports, consultants’ reports, and will evaluate alternative solutions;
• Responds to related inquiries, provides guidelines, recommendations and interpretations regarding the Ontario Building Code and other applicable laws to external and internal customers, including architects, engineers, lawyers, general public, city staff and others;
• Reviews all agreements and legal documents to ensure that the terms and conditions precedent to the permit issuance have been fulfilled;
• Calculates all applicable fees and municipal charges;
• Attends various meetings and construction site meetings as required;
• Maintain amiable relations with the public and fellow staff;
• Will Perform Occupational Health and Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program; and
• Will perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Must have a Masters Degree in Architecture, Civil, Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency, and a minimum of two (2) years progressively responsible engineering experience in building design and construction;
• OR must have a University Degree in Architecture, Civil, Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency, and a minimum of four (4) years progressively responsible engineering experience in building design and construction;
• Must be licensed by the Professional Engineers of Ontario (or) Ontario Association of Architects;
• Must have successfully completed or be willing to complete within one (1) year of accepting the position, the following categories of qualifications required by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing: General Legal/Process or CBO Legal Examination, Small Buildings, Large Buildings, Complex Buildings, Building Structural, Fire Protection, Building Services and Plumbing – All Buildings. Additional qualifications would be considered an asset;
• Must have the ability to travel to off-site locations in a timely and expedient manner as required. If method of travel is by vehicle, a current valid and lawful Driver's License is required in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act and must provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment;
• Must have familiarity with the Ontario Fire Code, CSA, ULC and NFPA Standards;
• Must have the ability to read and interpret construction drawings;
• Must have an understanding of mechanical systems (plumbing, heating, fire protection);
• Computer literacy in the AMANDA software is considered an asset; and
• Should have knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, its regulations and knowledge of the hazards associated with work.

Physical Demands

The physical demands analysis associated with this job indicates a limited/sedentary level of work
The City of Windsor is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.

Who May Apply

Current City of Windsor employees. Eligibility for consideration is determined by the applicable collective agreement and/or current Corporate hiring practices.

Benefits

• We offer a smoke-free and scent-safe office environment.