Building Engineer; Structural

Division & Section:
Toronto Building, Plan Review

Work Location:

North York Civic Centre, 5100 Yonge Street

Job Type & Duration:
Full-Time, Permanent

Salary Range: $ - $, TM0677 and wage grade 7.5

Shift Information:
Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Affiliation:
Non-Union

Number of Positions Open: 1

Reporting to the Manager Plan Review, examines architectural, structural, excavation shoring, fire protection and electrical plans and specifications for projects submitted by applicants for building and demolition permits for compliance with Ontario Building Code (OBC) requirements, other By‑Laws and standards, structural adequacy and to carry out duties in accordance with the Professional Engineers Ontario Code of Ethics and the Professional Engineers Act.

• Examines architectural and structural drawings including excavation shoring, electrical, fire alarms, detection and suppression systems to determine compliance with Ontario Building Code requirements, and evaluates alternative proposals, including consultant's reports.
• Interprets the requirements of the Ontario Building Code in the area of expertise using good engineering practice and judgement.
• Provides technical assistance on Building Code interpretations, and degree of compliance indicated by documents and provides solutions to problems.
• Manages and prioritizes large projects and assignments to ensure effective delivery of services.
• Provides supervision to project staff, as required.
• Conducts regular meetings with all internal and external stakeholders to provide technical advice on Building Code interpretation to building plans, resolve conflict and provide solutions to ensure compliance.
• Liaises with Fire Services Division, Plan Examiners and Building Inspectors to interpret requirements of the Ontario Building Code and decide on the degree of compliance indicated by plans and specifications, and provide guidance and expertise.
• Evaluates reports on alternative solutions to present building regulations submitted by architects, engineers or fire protection consultants in order to determine whether the proposal provides the level of performance required by the Ontario Building Code, based on merit and engineering principles.
• Responds verbally and/or in writing to all inquiries from internal and external stakeholders regarding building requirements of the Ontario Building Code.
• Conducts site inspections with Building, Heating, Plumbing and Toronto Fire Inspectors to evaluate, investigate and resolve problems of complex technical nature including structural failures on site.
• Provides technical advice and prepares expert witness reports to City Lawyers.
• Appears and gives evidence in court on Building Code and other building regulatory matters and gives presentations at the Building Code Commission in matters of disputes over Building Code interpretation.
• Prepares written reports as necessary.
• Participates on interview panels as required.
• Develops and implements detailed plans and recommends policies regarding program specific requirements.
• Manages assigned projects, ensuring effective teamwork and communication, high standards of work quality and organizational performance and continuous learning.
• Evaluates, makes recommendations, and prepares reports on unusual site conditions affecting building structure and design.
• Conducts research into specific topics ensuring that such research takes into account developments within the field, corporate policies and practices, legislation and initiatives by other levels of government.
• Provides advice to district and divisional management team as requested.
• Assists the Plan Review Manager, provides cover‑off, acts as Case Manager for large and complex projects and assists in preparation of Conditional Permits.

• Must be a qualified Engineer as defined by Professional Engineers of Ontario.
• Considerable experience as a Building Engineer/Plan Examiner or in structural design.
• Considerable experience applying Ontario Building Code requirements pertaining to one or more of the following disciplines: architectural, structural, or fire protection.
• Considerable design experience with OBC referenced…