Building Official - North Vancouver, Canada - Tsleil-Waututh Nation

Tsleil-Waututh Nation

Verified Company

North Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Working under the direction of the Manager of Lands, the Building Official is responsible for three key aspects of on-reserve land development projects:

Plan checker for Part 9 construction projects, and
Construction inspections for Part 9 projects to ensure construction activities meet the applicable designs and standards, and the works are executed in a timely and costeffective manner.

The Building Official will be working in a fast-paced environment and must be detail-oriented and comfortable partnering with and leading cross-functional business and technical teams.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides interpretations, explanations, and advice on problems, unusual projects, and preliminary development proposals with architects, engineers, contractors, owners, TWN staff, and various other internal and external contacts.
Identifies the need for additional submissions and approvals such as specialist reports.
Prepares draft building permits and other permits and recommends the issuance of Part 9 building permits to the Director of Public Works.
Inspects Part 9 projects during and after construction, alterations, or repair to ensure compliance with approved plans, established laws, acts, codes, standards, and regulations.
Prepares other permits as necessary for construction projects, for example, temporary street use permits, harvesting permits, etc.
Researches and develops administrative processes, policies, and plans to improve efficiencies in permitting administration.
Prepares reports and recommendations as directed by the Manager of Lands and Director of Public Works.
Keeps up to date on the latest technologies in building and civil construction.
Other related duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Postsecondary education in building technology or related discipline, or a combination of education & experience resulting in a CTech. or AScT. designation.
Regular Member in good standing with the Building Officials Association of British Columbia (BOABC) with a current level of Level 1 Building qualification from the BOABC.
23 years of plan checking/building inspection experience in a government setting.
Eligibility for Level 1 Plumbing qualification from the BOABC is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize, plan, and manage workloads.
Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements and practices.
Demonstrated ability to develop and manage workrelated records and reports.
Time management skills.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Cognizant of differences between local, provincial, and First Nation governance practices.
Must successfully pass a criminal record check.
Must have a class 5 driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Strong oral and written communication skills, as well as the ability to utilize quantitative and qualitative, problemsolving skills.
The ability to work alone and take the lead when hurdles arise or when tasks require completion.
Ability and willingness to learn.
Punctual, reliable, and excellent attendance record.
Good organizational and time management skills.
Skilled in analyzing data and interpreting drawings and specifications.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Ability to determine when a problem needs to be elevated to a supervisor or manager.
Perform effectively in an environment with frequent workload changes and competing demands.
Ability to provide detailed and comprehensive strategic advice.
Attention to detail, high degree of accuracy with strong organizational skills.
Knowledge of and experience within Tsleil-Waututh or another First Nation culture will be considered an asset.
Knowledge of legal codes, building codes, government regulations, etc. related to public works and residential construction.
Working knowledge of reading site plans and construction drawings.
Knowledge of relevant safety codes and regulations.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Outlook, and Excel).
Knowledge of budgets related to construction management.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Demands
May involve significant desk work with long periods of manual dexterity activities (keyboard operations, filing).
Work in an outdoor environment in variable weather conditions
Mental Focus
Must synthesize complex and diverse information while under pressure.
Must remain calm, professional, objective, and constructive, even when faced with hostility.
Attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
Adherence to established systems and processes.
Environmental Conditions
Work independently or as part of a team.
Dynamic environment with frequent interruptions.
Respond quickly to the reassignment of priorities, requiring innovation and resourcefulness.
Sensitive legal, confidential, and political i