Located within the traditional land of the Anishnaabek, Haudenosaunee and Wendat-Wyandot-Wyandotte peoples, the Town of The Blue Mountains is a four-season community with stunning natural features, including the Niagara Escarpment, Beaver Valley and the Georgian Bay shoreline. Internationally recognized as a four-season tourism destination, The Blue Mountains offers a high-quality lifestyle that caters to families looking to build a solid foundation, adventurers looking to go off the beaten path and relaxation seekers taking in and experiencing the very best the area has to offer.
The Town is looking for people with a shared commitment to building a sustainable community, as well as shared values of integrity, inclusivity, excellence, accountability, and stewardship for the well-being of our residents.
Come gain a unique experience in the 2nd fastest growing municipality in Canada!
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Director, Planning & Development Services, the Manager, Building Services & Chief Building Official leads and oversees the Building Services Division, ensuring the effective administration, enforcement, and interpretation of the Building Code Act, Ontario Building Code, and applicable legislation, standards, and municipal by-laws. The position is responsible for delivering building permit review, inspection, and regulatory enforcement services that protect public safety and ensure compliance with applicable law, while supporting efficient and customer-focused service delivery.
As Chief Building Official, the role exercises statutory authority and provides expert guidance to internal departments, external agencies, and the public. The position also provides leadership to Building division staff, supports operational planning and financial management, and contributes to continuous improvement and corporate priorities.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Division Leadership and Service Delivery
- Leads, manages, and oversees the operations of the Building Services Division, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities, service standards, and legislative requirements.
- Provides leadership, direction, and supervision to Building Division staff, including workload assignment, performance management, mentoring, and staff development.
- Ensures staff maintain required qualifications and registrations under provincial regulation and supports ongoing professional development.
- Develops, implements, and maintains operational policies, procedures, and service level standards for the division.
- Promotes a positive, collaborative, and respectful work environment and contributes to corporate initiatives.
Legislative Authority and Compliance (Chief Building Official)
- Administers and enforces the Building Code Act, Ontario Building Code, and applicable law, including zoning, property standards, and related legislation.
- Acts as the Chief Building Official and authority having jurisdiction, including identifying unsafe buildings and initiating actions required to protect public safety.
- Exercises authority over life safety systems, including fire routes, alarm systems, sprinkler systems, and related components regulated under applicable standards.
- Ensures all services are delivered in accordance with legislated requirements and regulatory timelines.
Permit Review, Inspection and Enforcement
- Oversees building permit application intake, plans review, inspections, and permit issuance in accordance with legislated timelines and requirements.
- Reviews plans and specifications for compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
- Conducts inspections and ensures compliance with approved plans to support life safety and structural integrity of buildings.
- Issues notices, orders, and enforcement actions as required under the Building Code Act.
- Investigates and responds to complaints, inquiries, and building code violations, and determines appropriate actions to achieve compliance.
- Prepares documentation for legal proceedings, provides evidence in court, and directs matters to municipal prosecution as required.
Interdepartmental Support and By-law Administration
- Provides technical advice and guidance to Fire Services, Municipal Law Enforcement, Short-Term Accommodation Officers, and other departments on building code and life safety matters.
- Provides guidance to Water/Wastewater Services and related staff regarding by-law enforcement and regulatory compliance.
- Administers and enforces municipal by-laws related to building activity, including zoning and swimming pool by-laws.
- Supports the review of planning applications, including site plans, zoning, Official Plan, and minor variances, to ensure building code compliance.
- Provides interpretation and written responses regarding occupancy, compliance, zoning, and applicable law.
Stakeholder Relations and Customer Service
- Liaise with internal departments, consultants, designers, and the building industry to provide guidance on regulatory requirements and processes.
- Responds to inquiries from property owners, the public, and stakeholders in a professional and timely manner.
- Leads customer service excellence by ensuring consistent, clear, and responsive communication.
- Prepares and delivers educational materials and resources to support public awareness and understanding of regulatory requirements.
Financial Oversight and Administration
- Oversees the calculation, collection, and receipt of building permit and related fees.
- Determines and applies Development Charges in consultation with Finance and external agencies.
- Assists in the preparation, monitoring, and administration of the Division’s operating and capital budgets.
- Monitors revenues, cost recovery, and reserve funds in collaboration with the Corporate & Financial Services Department.
Operational Administration and Permitting Support
- Issues entrance permits and oversees related approvals and inspections.
- Oversees water meter issuance, records, and fee collection processes.
- Supervises the preparation of reports, including monthly building activity reports and submissions to Statistics Canada and MPAC.
- Attends Committee and Council meetings as required and provides subject matter expertise.
Health, Safety and Risk Management
- Ensures compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements and promotes safe work practices within the Division.
- Maintains awareness of risks related to regulatory enforcement and operational activities and takes appropriate action.
Continuous Improvement and Professional Development
- Maintains current knowledge of legislation, regulations, standards, and industry best practices through continuous professional development.
- Identifies and supports service improvements, process efficiencies, and modernization initiatives.
What you will need:
- Three-year diploma in Architecture, Engineering Technology, or equivalent.
- Post-secondary education in Business or Public Administration is considered an asset.
- Certification and registration as a Certified Building Code Official (Ontario Building Officials Association) or approved equivalent.
- Civil Engineering Technologist designation (OACETT) or approved equivalent.
- Must maintain required Building Code qualifications, including:
o Powers and Duties of CBO
o House
o Small Buildings
o Large Buildings
o Complex Buildings
o Plumbing House
o Plumbing – All Buildings
o On-Site Sewage
o HVAC House
o Building Services
o Building Structural
- Minimum of ten (10) years of related experience, including at least five (5) years as a Municipal Building Official.
- Extensive knowledge of the Ontario Building Code Act and Regulations, Fire Code, Planning Act, Property Standards By-law, and applicable federal and provincial legislation.
- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to build, develop, and lead high-performing teams.
- Strong ability to interpret legislation, apply sound judgement, and make consistent, defensible decisions in a regulatory environment.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders and deliver a high standard of customer service.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities, complex issues, and regulatory risk in a fast-paced environment.
What we offer:
This is a full-time permanent opportunity to fill an impending retirement at the Town. The annual salary range for this role is $125,595.53 – $146,920.21 (2026 Rate). The Town also offers the following to our employees:
- Perks & Discounts
- Wellness Programs
- Health & Dental Benefits * full-time & 12 month + contracts only
- OMERS
- Work / Life Flexibility
- Professional Development & Education Opportunities
The submission deadline for applications is 4:30 p.m. on June 17, 2026.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Personal information provided by the applicants is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.
