Director, Building Division

Surrey; Surrey; On-site; CAD 179,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive municipal government is seeking a Director for the Building Division, responsible for overseeing building safety and energy efficiency in Surrey. Candidates should have a relevant degree and extensive experience in municipal building regulations. This leadership role offers a competitive salary of CA$179,115.00 to CA$210,723.00 annually, alongside an opportunity to build a sustainable future for the community.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in leading teams within municipal building divisions.
• Professional Engineer or Architect AIBC designation is an asset.
• Extensive expertise in administering regulations while ensuring legal compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a motivated team, providing coaching and mentorship.
• Modernize processes and upgrade technology.
• Implement best-in-class permitting and inspection practices.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Customer focus

Innovative thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Building Codes

Bylaws

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$179,115.00 / yr - CA$210,723.00 / yr

The City of Surrey is one of the fastest growing, culturally diverse cities in Canada. Our collaborative and innovative approach to serving more than 600,000 citizens has made us a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities.

We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People for the past 11 years, Canada's Best Diversity Employers for 2019-2022, Canada’s Greenest Employers for 2020-2022, and the only municipality to be named among Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for two consecutive terms (2018–2021; 2021–2024). Join a team that is driven by meaningful work that will build a world-class city that enhances the quality of life for our growing population. Build a City, Build a Future at the City of Surrey.

SCOPE :

Surrey is British Columbia’s second-largest city, with a population of 591,700, and it grows by nearly 8,300 people each year. With the valued contributions of over 4,500 employees, the City of Surrey provides exceptional municipal services to residents and businesses in this thriving community. The City of Surrey is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, as well as one of Canada's Greenest Employers. It is also the only municipality to be named among Canada’s “Most Admired Corporate Cultures.” Driven by core values of Community, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation, and Service Excellence, the City of Surrey is a great place to be.

We are seeking an innovative and forward-thinking leader for the position of Director, Building Division for the City of Surrey. Reporting to the General Manager, Planning and Development, the Director of the Building Division is responsible for the direction, operation, and progress of the Building Division in the City of Surrey. The Building Division plays an essential role in ensuring the safety and energy efficiency of all residential and commercial developments within Surrey, as well as ensuring that residential and commercial builds align with the Official Community Plan.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

The Director of the Building Division will lead a highly motivated and dedicated team, providing coaching, mentorship, and succession planning to build capacity within the team and ensure a culture of continual improvement and customer service. By modernizing processes, upgrading technology, and implementing digitization, this key individual will strive to implement best-in-class permitting and inspection practices, thereby optimizing the overall customer experience.

QUALIFICATIONS :

As an ideal candidate, you will have :

• A bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or a related discipline, combined with 10 years of experience in leading teams within dynamic municipal building divisions; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A Professional Engineer or an Architect AIBC designation, and / or membership in the Building Officials’ Association of B.C are assets.
• You will bring extensive expertise in administering regulations, such as relevant building codes and bylaws, while ensuring legal compliance.
• You will be a senior building professional with a strong understanding of construction, including principles, methods, and practices, and proven expertise in guiding complex projects and modernizing permitting and licensing processes.
• Innovative thinking, change management, a strong customer focus, and thoughtful leadership will define your success in this crucial role.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

Exempt - Regular Full-Time

Seniority level

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Business Development and Other

Industries

Government Administration

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