Job Number

J0826-0310

Job Title

Building Official III

Job Type

Regular Full-Time

Date Posted

August 11, 2026

Closing Date

August 18, 2026

Job Category

Building, Bylaw & Licensing

Branch/Location Office

City Hall

City

Port Moody

Province / State

British Columbia

Salary Range

$55.27 - $59.49/Hour The City of Port Moody is seeking a qualified and customer-focused regular full-time Building Official III to join our Development Services team. As a growing and vibrant community known for its natural beauty, strong neighbourhoods, and commitment to sustainable development, Port Moody offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the safe and efficient delivery of building and construction services. The incumbent will play a key role in reviewing plans, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with applicable codes, bylaws, and regulations while providing exceptional service to residents, builders, and stakeholders.

The Building Official III will review, evaluate, and determine suitability of constructions projects for compliance with applicable legislation and expected levels of life safety for all alterations and new construction for all building types under Part 3 and Part 9 of the BC Building Code, including but not limited to condos, townhouses, industrial, high rises, and commercial mixed-use buildings. This position will review building permit applications, perform inspections, and mentor Building Division staff with assigned inspections or projects.





Basic Qualifications required for the Building Official III are (qualifications in progress or appropriate combination of education and experience may be considered):

- Completion of a Trades certificate (recognized four-year trades apprenticeship) or Building / Construction Technology Diploma;
- Level 1, 2, and 3 Building Certification as well as Level 1 and 2 Plumbing Certification with BOABC;
- Minimum five years of experience as a Municipal Building Official;
- Registered Building Official (RBO), Registered Architect with AIBC, or Qualified Engineer with EGBC;
- Experience with a variety of construction types such as wood frame, concrete and steel, structural steel frame, or masonry;
- Knowledge of sprinkler, fire alarm, HVAC, and electrical systems;
- Strong independent judgement and creative decision-making skills;
- Excellent communication and customer service skills; and
- Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License with access to a vehicle.

Please note that employment with the City of Port Moody is subject to receipt of a satisfactory police information check and a satisfactory driver's abstract. Successful candidate must have own vehicle available for all shifts. The City of Port Moody strives to be an employer of choice and offers an excellent benefits package as well as professional development opportunities, and, for some approved positions, hybrid work opportunities.

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