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Supervisor, Residential Building Permit Approvals (Plan Reviewer 4)

$55.19 per hour

City of Surrey


City of Surrey

Supervisor, Residential Building Permit Approvals (Plan Reviewer 4)


As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation.

City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city—and their careers—forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey

TERM (2 YEARS)

SCOPE
Reporting to the Manager, Residential Building Permit Approvals, the Supervisor will be responsible for co-leading and supervising a multi-functional team in support of building permits. In this role, you will oversee the processing of building permit applications, plans and specifications for single family dwellings, duplexes, small scale multi-unit housing, rowhouses, townhouses, accessory buildings and structures.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Union – CUPE Local 402 – Term (2 years)

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Supervise, train, evaluate staff and direct operations for the residential building permit approvals section.
  • Review and implement practices, procedures and programs related to the building permit approval process.
  • Review proposed building designs and documents for substantial compliance with related bylaws and building regulations.
  • Coordinate building permit processing requirements with other divisions, departments and regulatory agencies.
  • Provide complex technical advice, assistance, interpretation and information to the general public, contractors, owners, and registered professionals on matters related to building permit applications.
  • Investigate complaints related to the building permit application review process and recommend appropriate action.
  • Attend meetings including but not limited to pre-application meetings.
  • Performs other related duties as required.


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by a Diploma in Building Technology or a relevant Red Seal Trade Certificate.
  • Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a related supervisory role.
  • Minimum three (3) years’ experience as a plan reviewer for complex developments.
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Building Level 3 Qualification from the Building Official’s Association of BC or equivalent.
  • Professional designation as a Registered Building Official, Professional Engineer or Registered Architect.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Thorough knowledge of relevant bylaws, codes, and regulations, including the BC Building Code and supporting municipal bylaws.
  • Experience training, motivating and evaluating staff.
  • Valid BC Driver’s License.


OTHER INFORMATION
Pay Grade: 29
Hourly Rate: $55.19

Pay Steps Hourly Rates
Step 1$55.19
Step 2 (6 months)$57.67
Step 3 (18 months)$59.84
Step 4 (30 months)$62.56


APPLY
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply at to Job ID 7253.

This Posting Closes on August 17, 2026.

Vacancy posted 24 days ago
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