Job Summary

Under supervision of the Building Standards Manager (Field Inspections), this position supervises a team of Building Inspectors that conduct residential building inspections.  The supervisor is the main point of contact for residential inspection inquiries and is responsible for the efficient coordination of day-to-day activities assigned to the section.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervises, plans, organizes, assigns work to, and performs duties of staff engaged in the inspection and enforcement of building regulations of buildings that fall under Part 9 of the National Building Code.
• Acts as the main point of contact for internal and external customer inquiries related to residential building inspections. Investigates and resolves complaints or refers such matters to the appropriate contact and ensures that inquiries are resolved within appropriate timelines.
• Supervises and assists staff in resolving technical inspection requirements which may involve departmental coordination to resolve.
• Interviews, and assists with the recruitment of staff.
• Provides training for direct reports and permit system users.
• Monitors the performance and productivity of the Section and makes recommendations, as required, for staffing adjustments and overtime to meet established service levels.
• Coordinates, prepares reports and performs site checks of properties and building inspections in response to subdivision requests, building relocation applications, occupancy permits, fire damaged buildings, complaints, City Council referrals, Fire Department requests, and as otherwise required.
• Assists with the development and implementation of changes to the building inspection program, procedures and code interpretations used by staff and the public.
• Discusses details of building construction, alterations and repairs, and responds to general inquiries, related to inspections, with contractors, property owners, designers and other interested parties.
• Monitors projects to ensure permits are being inspected and completed in a timely manner and recommends actions to be taken
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 education.
• Possession of a Saskatchewan Journeyman Carpenter Certificate, including completion of a recognized apprenticeship program plus five years’ subsequent related journeyman trade experience, including two years' supervisory experience and two years’ as a Building Inspector OR graduation from a two-year, post-secondary architectural, mechanical, civil or other related engineering technology program, plus five years' subsequent related building construction experience, including two years' supervisory experience and two years’ as a Building Inspector.

• Possession of a valid Class 3 Building Official Licence.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence and a vehicle suitable for use in the performance of duties.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Thorough knowledge of Part 8 and 9 of the National Building Code, City Council Policies related to the inspection program, the Private Swimming Pools Bylaw and The Uniform Building and Accessibility Standards Act.
• Considerable knowledge of Part 3 of the National Building Code, the Zoning Bylaw, and the Maintenance Bylaw.
• Considerable knowledge of the evaluation of structural sufficiency and health hazards of damaged buildings.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate and supervise the work of assigned staff including the preparation and delivery of performance appraisals, effectively implementing change, and supporting staff working together collaboratively.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise considerable judgement in the issuance of orders and prosecution.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing to various individuals and groups, including owners, contractors and designers.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to interpret, and to make decisions in accordance with, established policies and procedures.
• Ability to understand and navigate construction drawings and utilize drafting, permit processing, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) workflow management and drafting software.
• High level of skill in word processing, spreadsheet, workflow software and ability to quickly learn new software in alignment with advancements in industry software as well as ERP advancements.

Requires Security Check

Additional Requirements

Overtime is required.