Building Inspector - Charlottetown, Canada - City of Charlottetown
City of Charlottetown
Charlottetown, Canada
Verified Company
2 weeks ago
Description
BUILDING INSPECTOR II
(BUILDING OFFICIAL LEVEL 2)
- This job description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal _
- requirements that may be inherent in such classification. _
- The confidentiality of City affairs shall be respected and practiced at all times._
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
- Reports directly to the Manager of Development Planning and works operationally with the
- Works closely with all members of the Planning and Heritage Department.
- Develops and maintains working relationships with department managers, supervisors, and all
- Works closely with City legal advisors, Development Officers, Police Services, Building
- Communicates frequently with contractors, architects, engineers, property owners, applicants, and the general public on behalf of the City.
- Develops and maintains relationships with service providers, external agencies, consultants and associated professional groups.
- As a committed member of the City of Charlottetown team, the Building Inspector will act as a positive role model for all employees throughout the organization.
- Deals with the general public with integrity and in a professional and courteous manner.
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PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND ACCOUNTABILITES:
- Reviews construction drawings submitted to the City to determine if they comply with the
- Conducts site visits and inspections on new construction, renovations, and rehabilitation work within the City to ensure that the work conforms to all related Standards, Codes and Bylaws.
- Liaises with professional associations, government agencies and members of the construction industry where needed.
- Files building permits and prepares and files reports regarding site investigations and inspections under the operational supervision of the Chief Building Official.
- Investigates complaints with respect to Building Code violations; acts as a witness in prosecutions under the Bylaws, and issues violation notices as required.
- Prepares complaints for actions against violators of Bylaws and confers with City Legal advisors and the Manager of Development Planning in consultation with the Chief Building
- Attends meetings of Planning and Heritage Boards as a staff resource where needed.
- Reviews building designs submitted that utilize the alternative measures section of the National
- Issues Stop Work Orders and Compliance Orders to applicants/owners of properties where applicable.
- Perform other related duties, responsibilities and functions as may be required and as assigned by the Manager of Development Planning in consultation with the Chief Building Official.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
- Extensive knowledge of building construction practices, materials, and equipment, including structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.
- Demonstrated experience in using the adopted version of the National Building Code of
- Ability to read and interpret building construction drawings to determine the best means to fulfill required inspections after building, repair or alteration has begun.
- Ability to compile and present technical reports.
- Ability to effectively enforce the building code bylaw during plan reviews and inspections.
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- Ability to effectively order work to be uncovered for the purposes of verifying code compliance.
- Ability to work and complete tasks independently with mínimal supervision.
- Demonstrated computer proficiency and advanced knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office and other technical software related to duties (e.g., database software, review software).
- Sound judgment and excellent decisionmaking skills.
- Excellent writing and communication skills and a high level of attention to detail.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with a strong sense of public service.
- A demonstrated ability to deal with sensitive or confidential matters with discretion and tact.
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills and the ability to engage with others.
- Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills and the ability to work as part of a team in a fastpaced environment to meet deadlines.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- A postsecondary degree, diploma or formal training in construction, architecture, civil engineering, engineering technology, building science, construction technology or a related field is required.
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience in building construction, design, project