Technical Customer Support, Security Technology

houle electric; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 164,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Vancouver is seeking a visionary Chief Building Official (CBO) to lead a large team responsible for building, plumbing, gas, and electrical inspections, policy development, and regulatory compliance. You will partner with senior civic leaders and industry stakeholders to advance city priorities and ensure safe, livable development.

Strong executive leadership, union experience, and deep code knowledge are required, including eligibility for BC professional registration or equivalent

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Architecture and eligibility for professional registration in British Columbia.
• Extensive experience in building regulation, construction, code administration, inspections, permitting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively senior leadership experience leading large, complex teams and operations.
• Experience leading unionized and non-unionized workforces, regulatory programs, policy development, and organizational change.
• Expert knowledge of the National Building Code, BC Building Code, Vancouver Building By-law, and building regulatory practices.
• Previous Chief Building Official or Deputy Chief Building Official experience, OR be a Certified Professional in British Columbia.

Responsibilities

• Lead a large, diverse organization of professionals, inspectors, and policy staff.
• Develop and oversee building policy, alternative solutions, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with senior civic leaders, industry stakeholders, and government partners.
• Drive continuous improvement in service delivery and public safety.
• Influence city priorities and public policy in Vancouver's built environment.

Skills

Leadership experience

Regulatory knowledge

Code administration

Policy development

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Engineering or Architecture degree

BC professional registration eligibility

Job description

The City of Vancouver is seeking an outstanding and visionary leader to serve as its Chief Building Official (CBO).

Reporting to the General Manager, Development, Buildings and Licensing, this role leads a large, diverse organization of professional, technical, and inspection staff, including oversight of teams responsible for building, plumbing, gas, and electrical inspections, building policy development, alternative solutions, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will work closely with senior civic leaders, industry stakeholders, professional associations, and government partners.

Beyond technical expertise, we are looking for a visionary leader who can inspire teams, build strong partnerships, and drive continuous improvement in service delivery. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership, industry representatives, professional associations, government agencies, and community stakeholders to advance the City's priorities.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a seasoned executive with:

• A degree in Engineering or Architecture and eligibility for professional registration in British Columbia.
• Extensive experience in building regulation, construction, code administration, inspections, permitting, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressively senior leadership experience, including responsibility for large, complex teams and operations.
• Demonstrated success leading unionized and non-unionized workforces, regulatory programs, policy development, and organizational change.
• Expert knowledge of the National Building Code, BC Building Code, Vancouver Building By-law, and building regulatory practices.

Mandatory Requirement

To ensure candidates possess the depth of expertise required for this statutory leadership position, applicants must have:

Previous Chief Building Official or Deputy Chief Building Official experience, OR be a Certified Professional (CP) in British Columbia.

This is a rare opportunity to influence the future of Vancouver's built environment while leading one of the most respected building regulatory organizations in Canada. You will play a critical role in shaping public policy, advancing service excellence, and ensuring the safety and livability of a growing world-class city.

A Police Record Check is a requirement of this position. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

Business Unit/Department: Development, Buildings & Licensing

Affiliation: Exempt

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Salary Information: Pay Grade 131: $164,419 to $216,330 per annum

Application Close: November 1, 2026

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion .

The City of Vancouver acknowledges that it is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam Indian Band), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation). More about unceded traditional territories