Building Permit Code Advisor

Advise on building permits, code interpretation, and construction regulations as a Building Code Specialist for the City of Vancouver.
This complex advisory work serves the Chief Building Official and connects applicants, design professionals, contractors, developers, and City staff. You will interpret by-laws, codes, and guidelines, answer technical questions, and support understanding of construction and plans approval requirements. Occasional building and site inspections are included.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilitate regulatory discussions with design and construction professionals
Answer technical questions from Inspection, Health, Fire, and Engineering staff
Explain regulations affecting construction and plans approval
Provide specialized Building By-law interpretation and advice
Complete occasional building and site inspections
Requirements:
Architecture or Civil or Mechanical Engineering degree
Professional Engineer or Architect registration eligibility in British Columbia
Understanding of Vancouver Building and Development processes
Fire protection measures experience for high buildings
Superior verbal and written communication skills
Apply your regulatory communication, fire protection, and Building By-law expertise to Vancouver’s public-service permitting work.