BUILDINGS ENGINEER Full-time Job

Reporting to the Manager, Permit Services Division, or designate, be responsible for complete examination and approval of drawings and specifications with respect to all building activities in the City of Oshawa.

Responsibilities:

• Duties include coordinating the processing of permit applications for buildings and performing plans examination and structural analysis of complex structures
• Advising and guiding the Plans Examiners with respect to structural analysis problems and techniques
• Responding to inquiries related to permit and building regulations
• Assisting the Manager in administering the Permits Services Division
• Liaising with other departments and agencies
• Preparing and updating plans examination computer programs, design aids and office standards
• Attending committee meetings
• Carrying out field inspections in connection with permit applications and assisting the Building Inspectors, as required

Requirements:

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills generally association with the completion of a four (4) year University Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering and have a minimum of eight (8) years relevant experience in all phases of structural design, Ontario Building Code, construction and inspection of new and existing buildings. A minimum of dive (5) years of experience in a municipal building department is considered an asset
• Must be a Professional Engineer and a member in good standing with the Association of Professional Engineers of Ontario
• Membership in good standing with the Ontario Building Officials Association is considered an asset
• Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing BCIN qualifications in the following disciplines would be an asset; Legal, House, Small Buildings, Large Buildings, Complex Buildings, Building Structural, Plumbing House, Plumbing All Buildings, HVAC House, Building Services, On-Site Sewage, Detection Lighting and Power, and Fire Protection
• Established skills and experience using PC equipment and related software applications
• Above average mathematical knowledge
• High degree of structural design/analysis competence required and with respect to related building science technical standard
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, to deal effectively and tactfully with a broad range of management personnel, elected officials, staff, external agencies, consultants, contractors, other levels of government and the general public
• Possess strong reasoning, administrative, research and analytical skills
• Possession and maintenance of an Ontario Driver's Licence, minimum Class "G", in good standing

This position is eligible for hybrid work.

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to undergo a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check.

Posting End Date: 2024/09/23 by 4:30pm

A progressive city of 187,800 people located just a short 30-minute drive from Toronto, the City of Oshawa is one of Canadas fastest growing communities that is exceptionally positioned to live, work, learn and invest. Its strategic pursuit of sustainable growth, excellent community service delivery and co-operative partnerships have enhanced its quality of life advantage, while maintaining a strong commitment to financial stewardship.