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Overview

CITIZENS FIRST THROUGH SERVICE EXCELLENCE

We have an exciting Permanent Full-Time, Non-Unionized opportunity in the Building Standards Department for an experienced and motivated individual.

Supervisor, Technical Services

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Vaughan is one of Canada’s fastest-growing cities. Its emerging downtown, the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre; Canada’s first smart hospital, the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital; and the 900-acre North Maple Regional Park continue to generate momentum and excitement. Be part of something amazing and build your career at the City of Vaughan!

The City is an equal-opportunity employer and a forward-looking municipality that is committed to fostering a agile workplace that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming. As an award-winning organization for its employment and diversity and inclusivity practices, the City is focused on providing its employees with a thriving professional environment that leverages flexible work arrangements, a family-focused benefits package emphasizing work-life balance, learning and growth opportunities, and a place where collaboration and teamwork are valued.

Excellence demands brilliant personalities, visionary thinking and a passion for public service. Vaughan is your place to grow.

Position Overview

Responsible for the supervision of the architectural/structural building plans review operations, comprised of a multi-disciplinary skilled technical staff, as well as coordinating the delivery of all building plans examination services, ensuring that design drawings, details and specifications are in accordance with the prescriptive provisions of Ontario’s Building Code (OBC), applicable laws, by-laws and departmental initiatives. Assists and advises the Manager regarding technical matters, researches and prepares reports, liaises with other departments and/or agencies, and attends internal/external meetings as required. Executes appropriate decisions on technical building code matters based on law, OBC knowledge, design/construction experience, standard practice and departmental policies and procedures. Exercises appropriate action necessary to achieve divisional objectives.

Responsibilities

- Assesses staffing needs to meet customer and industry demands and make recommendations to the Manager to add/reduce or supplement staff.
- Participates in the recruitment and hiring process and make recommendations regarding selection of staff candidates.
- Supervises activities of assigned architectural/structural plans examiners effective use of resources within the Technical Services Division and ensures compliance with corporate and departmental policies and procedures.




- Provides leadership, administrative and technical guidance and support to staff on a daily basis with a focus on customer service, ensuring consistency of the approach and the fulfilment of service levels/objectives, corporate and departmental policies.
- Provides direction to staff through Provincial changes to the OBC, the Building Code Act and applicable Legislations.
- Assists and supports the Manager and plans examination staff with complex and high-profile matters in a technically changing environment including conflict resolution.
- Provides a leadership role in conflict resolution in order to meet meeting departmental service delivery objectives with the focus on providing excellent customer service.
- Monitors staffs' workload and reassigns files as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

- University degree in Architecture, Engineering (Mechanical, Fire Protection or Civil), Building Science or suitable equivalent of Education and related work experience.
- Minimum of eight (8) years of direct experience, with at least three (3) years in a senior or supervisory capacity, preferably in a municipal or design-built environment.
- Full membership in Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) or Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) or Certified Building Code Official (CBCO) through the Ontario Building Officials Association.
- Successful completion of the provincial mandated examination program administered and authorized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, in accordance with the Building Code Act in the categories of qualifications set out in the OBC as follows:
- a. Powers and Duties of Chief Building Officials
- b. Small Buildings
- c. Complex Buildings
- d. Building Services
- e. Building Structural
- Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills with a demonstrated ability to deal professionally with a diverse public, professionals, City staff, members of Council, and ability to speak effectively at public hearings.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the construction industry and complex issues facing the City as it moves from low-rise residential subdivisions to high-rise mixed-use developments.
- Thorough knowledge of sound design-build processes and practices.



Understanding of Federal, Provincial, Regional and Municipal Legislation and policy (OBC and applicable laws, etc.)
- Strong understanding of related integrated design and advanced construction principles.
- Thorough working knowledge of and the ability to interpret the Building Code Act, OBC, related Regulations, applicable laws and other associated municipal by-laws and regulations, referenced standards and explanatory manuals.
- Knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, time management and interpersonal skills. Able to multi-task projects and related issues on a daily basis, with significant consequences and political acumen.
- Ability to negotiate/facilitate, build consensus and present information verbally to varied audiences, including code related public meetings.
- Ability to understand and implement process and procedures to address emerging technology requirements, including AMANDA/ProjectDox update solutions, data storage requirements, standardization of digital data input requirements and related system integration.
- Proficient use of ProjectDox for electronic document review, submission tracking and records retention.
- Knowledge of electronic workflow timelines, version control and documentation standards to ensure audit-ready records.
- Advanced competency in reviewing, navigating and annotating PDF-based construction drawings and technical documentation in a fully digital environment.
- Working knowledge of the Building Code Commission (BCC), Ontario Municipal Board (OMB), Canadian Construction Materials Centre (CCMC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and ASHRAE, etc.
- Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in the City’s core competencies and leadership competencies.
- Possesses a valid Ontario class “G” driver’s license in good standing with access to a reliable vehicle for City business or able to travel safely and efficiently on City Business as required.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, the City of Vaughan uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions.

The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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📌 Supervisor, Technical Services (Vaughan)
🏢 City of Vaughan
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