Commercial Building Inspector

City of Winnipeg; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal city government in Winnipeg is seeking a Commercial Building Inspector to perform inspections and ensure compliance with building codes. The role involves reviewing plans, enforcing regulations, and collaborating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have over five years of relevant experience and strong communication skills. This position offers a permanent, full-time role with a competitive salary and hybrid work options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employer-paid benefits

Pension plans

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in building construction (commercial, residential).
• Knowledge of local jurisdictional By‑laws and the National Building Code of Canada.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Inspect commercial and residential buildings for code compliance.
• Review building plans and submissions for adherence to safety standards.
• Enforce violations of the Winnipeg Building By-law and Manitoba Building Code.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Ability to read building plans

Education

Minimum five (5) years of experience in building construction

Certification as a Building Construction Supervisor

Job description

Recruitment Details

Commercial Building Inspector

Department: Development and Inspections, Planning, Property and Development Department

Designated Work Location: 4th Floor - 65 Garry Street - Hybrid

Position Type: Permanent, Full-time

Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday

Salary: $2,641.48 - $3,207.64 bi-weekly, as per the Inspector – Building Classification within the C.U.P.E. Collective Agreement

Employee Group: C.U.P.E.

Posting No.: 126614

Closing Date: January 13, 2026

We offer competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. We provide education, training, and staff development opportunities to support professional growth.

Our workplace promotes diversity, safety, and health. We welcome applicants from all equity groups. Applications are encouraged from Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples, and Newcomers. Equity may be a factor in selection.

Requests for reasonable accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference may be given to internal applicants.

Job Profile

Under the general supervision of the Commercial Inspections Supervisor, the Commercial Building Inspector performs skilled inspection work, ensuring compliance with the Winnipeg Building By-law and the Manitoba Building Code. Duties include inspecting designated commercial, multi‑unit residential, and mixed‑use buildings, approving corrections of deficiencies, reviewing product literature, and coordinating enforcement actions with enforcement services. The inspector acts as the Authority Having Jurisdiction, ensuring life safety and accessibility in buildings, and maintains accurate records and daily reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled inspectional work, attend and lead meetings, enforcing compliance with the Winnipeg Building By‑law, Manitoba Building Code and construction standards.
• Identify and ensure correction of deficiencies in accordance with Code, By‑law, and referenced construction standards.
• Review building plans and submissions to determine appropriate construction assemblies, methods, and materials for Code compliance.
• Inspect buildings, lead site meetings, communicate with stakeholders, draft documentation, and maintain file records; collaborate with city departments on unsafe conditions.
• Enforce violations in accordance with Charter and legal requirements.
• Inspect post‑fire incident status and respond to fire reports from the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Department.
• Inspect designated buildings with regard to Occupancy Permits and provide Reports to the Occupancy Branch.
• Respond to 311 complaints, referrals, and external stakeholder inquiries; take action on unauthorized work or unsafe conditions.
• Provide daily reports of time accounting and work activity.
• Perform all work in accordance with department Standard Operating Procedures and Work Alone Policy guidelines.
• Abide by the department Respectful Workplace Policy.
• Assist with training and mentoring new staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of appropriate experience in building construction (commercial, multi‑unit residential and/or mixed‑use), working as a Building Construction Supervisor, a Certified Journeyman Carpenter, or a Certified Engineering Technician/Technologist with related coursework.
• Demonstrated knowledge of building materials and construction methods.
• Knowledge of local jurisdictional By‑laws and the National Building Code of Canada, with ability to interpret and convey information.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Proficiency with smartphones and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Ability to plan and organize work, work independently, and make sound decisions.
• Ability to read building plans and specifications and prepare concise reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, engineers, architects, and staff.
• Applicants educated outside Canada must have a comparable Canadian qualification and provide a recognized assessment report.

Conditions of Employment

• Maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada; if possessing a work permit, ensure validity.
• Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer at the candidate’s expense.
• Possibly required to obtain and maintain a Winnipeg Police Service Level 2 Security Clearance.
• Possess a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License and provide a driver’s notice document.
• Provide a vehicle for City business as per the City Transportation Policy.
• Physically capable of performing duties such as crouching, crawling, confined‑space work, ladder climbing, and working in extreme temperatures.

How To Apply

• Current resume and cover letter (Required). Applications submitted without required documentation will not be considered.
• Clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
• Submit online applications at http://www.winnipeg.ca/hr/. Refer to the FAQ or contact 311 for instructions.

Position Reports To: Commercial Inspections Supervisor

• Applicants will undergo testing to determine knowledge, abilities and skills relevant to the position.
• An eligibility list may be maintained for 12 months.
• Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.