Plans Reviewer 2 – City of Coquitlam

Plans Reviewer 2

Temporary Full Time (18 months)

Merge your building and construction knowledge with customer service!
 
One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you!
 
The City of Coquitlam is experiencing high growth rates and exciting new development challenges. The completion of the Evergreen Rapid Transit Line and a rapidly growing town centre are generating a fast paced and dynamic work environment.
 
As a member of the Building Permits Division Team, combining technical and clerical work, you will examine plans and permit applications relating to multi-family, commercial, institutional or industrial building permits for compliance with the BC Building Code and by-laws. Using a considerable degree of independent judgement, you will: discuss proposed projects with architects, contractors, engineers and other interested parties; interpret/explain building and bylaw requirements; make suggestions and discuss possibilities for revising plans to conform to requirements and assist Plans Reviewer 1’s as required.
 
Along with education from an Institute of Technology with a certificate (and, preferably, a diploma) in Building Technology, plus considerable related experience in the building construction methods, architectural/engineering field, and some experience in a municipal office, preferably as a Plan Examiner 1.
 
You also have sound knowledge of: BC Building Codes, building and zoning bylaws; the ability to interpret and apply BC Building Code, Bylaws, and regulations. Possession of a BOABC Level 2 qualification and/or certification as required in the Building Act. Experience with AMANDA is an asset. You will possess excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills as well as exceptional customer service. An equivalent combination of training and experience will also be considered.
 
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The rate of pay for this CUPE position is $35.68 to $42.12 hourly (2020 rates), with a comprehensive benefits package. Applicants under consideration may be required to consent to a Police Information Check and will be required to possess a valid BC Driver’s License.
 
Please apply on-line at www.coquitlam.ca/careers by 11:55 pm on May 26, 2021

The City of Coquitlam is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted