Job Description

Requisition ID: 21594 
Department: Planning, Development & Building Dept. 
Service: Building Code Services 
Branch: Permit Approvals Branch
Employment Type: 10 Full-time Permanent -  
Work Hours: 35.00 hours per week
Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside 
Salary Information: $66,686.62 - $78,027.04  annually (2024 rates of pay)
Location: Ben Franklin 101 Centrepointe  
City: Ottawa, ON
Job Category: Planning and Infrastructure 
Application Close: 17/04/2026

Building Code Services is responsible for administering and enforcing the Building Code Act and Ontario Building Code, including establishing operational policies and service delivery standards for the enforcement of the Act and Code, overseeing the enforcement of the Act and Code, and exercising the statutory powers and performing the duties assigned under the Act and Code. Building Code Services is also responsible for development, application and enforcement of various regulatory standards for development related structures and services, such as signs, municipal addressing, pool enclosures, etc., and the remediation of buildings formerly used as marijuana grow operations.

You are responsible for the review and approval of Building and Demolition Permit applications, inspections and approval of construction, the accounting and release of performance deposits and the approval of Occupancy Permits for residential buildings and small structures under Division B Part 9 of the Ontario Building Code. This includes all disciplines in the Building Code (Use and Occupancy, Structural, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fire Protection, Health and Life Safety), the Zoning By-law and other applicable law, agreements and development approvals.

You provide responsive technical, expert and professional advisory services related to the enforcement of the Ontario Building Code Act, the Ontario Building Code, and all applicable laws (federal, provincial and municipal), ensuring the minimum standards for public health, life safety, fire protection, access, environment and structural sufficiency are met in the design and construction of buildings in the City of Ottawa.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of 3 year community college diploma in Architectural Technology, Engineering (Civil, Mechanical), Building Technology or related field

Minimum of 18 months of general construction experience in building design and/or construction and inspection of buildings

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

Must obtain Certified Building Code Official (CBCO) and member of the Ontario Building Officials Association (OBOA) within the timeframe determined by the employerCompletion of Ontario's Building Code exams through MMAH in the applicable areas

KNOWLEDGE

• Working knowledge of construction drawings (including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical and geotechnical plans and specifications) combined with an understanding of the different types of regulations associated with the development approval process
• Working knowledge of professional and technical practice in disciplines of the design and construction of buildings
• Working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code Act and the Building Code
• Working knowledge of all referenced standards including Canadian Standards Association (CSA), Underwriters Laboratories Canada (ULC), and other approval agencies such as the Building Material Evaluation Commission (BMEC) the Canadian Centre for Construction Materials (CCMC) and the Technical Safety Standards Authority (TSSA)
• Knowledge of applicable Occupational Health and Safety legislation
• General knowledge of corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to health and safety

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Read and interpret plans and construction drawings, specifications, codes, legislations, regulations and technical reports
• Perform mathematical calculations
• Ability to prioritize workload with minimal supervision
• Communicate effectively with tact and diplomacy, and exercise good judgment, both verbally and in writing, with all external and internal work related contacts
• Work with the public in a service oriented environment
• Work in a fast paced, detail-oriented environment with strict service deadlines
• High degree of personal organization and accountability
• Proficiency in utilizing computer software programs which meet the corporate standard, including such applications as MAP and remote technology
• Adaptable and resourceful
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Organization skills
• Positive approach in resolving conflicts
• Self-motivated and resourceful
• Client-focused
• Make verbal presentations
• Results-oriented
• Tactful and discreet

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
• Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check (Level 2) with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.
• Driver’s License Requirement: A valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
• You may initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement.
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at esc-cse@ottawa.ca