Plan Checking & Building Inspection, Assistant Manager

City of Abbotsford; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 104,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Assistant Manager for Plan Checking & Building Inspection. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of building and plumbing officials, ensuring compliance with the latest Building Codes and safety practices. Your expertise will guide the training of officials, support daily operations, and facilitate coordination across departments for significant construction projects. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic municipal environment.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• Relevant education in construction or building inspection is essential.
• Professional designation such as RBO with BOABC is required.

Responsibilities

• Train building and plumbing officials on code updates and regulations.
• Issue complex building permits and review alternative solutions.
• Coordinate between departments for large developments.

Skills

Building Code Knowledge

Risk Mitigation Practices

Team Coordination

Policy Development

Education

Relevant University Graduation

Trade Qualification

Diploma of Technology

Job description

At the City of Abbotsford, we offer ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package.

The City of Abbotsford is committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals from all genders, backgrounds, and underrepresented groups.

We are happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.

Plan Checking & Building Inspection, Assistant Manager

Planning & Development
Exempt, Full Time
Posting #J0325-1392

The City of Abbotsford’s Building Permits and Licences Division is seeking an experienced and self-motivated professional to join their dynamic team as a Plan Checking & Building Inspection, Assistant Manager. This position reports to the Director, Building Permit and Licences.

In this role, you will be responsible for training new and existing building and plumbing officials, ensuring they are up-to-date with Building Code updates, ALC regulations, bylaw amendments, and safety and risk mitigation practices. You will provide daily support for plans reviewers, inspectors, and administration, including issuing complex building permits and reviewing alternative solutions. Additionally, you will coordinate between departments and work groups for large developments and function as the Acting Chief Building Official when required. You will assist with developing policies and procedures that ensure appropriate risk-managed municipal involvement in all types of building construction within the City.

Qualifications:

• Relevant University graduation or post-secondary education such as a Trade Qualification or Diploma of Technology.
• Formal professional or technical designation in appropriate area of expertise such as RBO with BOABC.
• Up to five years of progressive related work experience, preferably years of experience in the construction industry with a minimum of four years’ experience in a municipal setting.

Salary: $104,540.90 - $123,359.60

To apply, please visit us online at: www.abbotsford.ca/careers

Closing Date: May 30, 2025