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City of Toronto SENIOR MANAGER PLAN REVIEW in Toronto, Ontario

SENIOR MANAGER PLAN REVIEW

Job ID: 47861

  • Job Category: Audit, Compliance & Inspections

  • Division & Section: Toronto Building, Tor Bldg Toronto & East York District

  • Work Location: CITY HALL

  • Job Type & Duration: Full-time,1 Permanent Vacancy

  • Salary: $140,350.00 - $182,614.00, Wage Grade 9

  • Shift Information: Mon - Fri, 35 Hours per week

  • Affiliation: Non-Union

  • Number of Positions Open: 1

  • Posting Period: 28-JUN-2024 to 15-JUL-2024

Reporting directly to the Director Plan Review & Deputy Chief Building Official, the Senior Manager, Plan Review will spearhead the development and implementation of detailed plans and policies tailored to program-specific requirements for the Toronto Building division. This role is pivotal in driving continuous improvement within our division through thorough analysis and the implementation of modern, effective plan review practices. You'll provide invaluable oversight and guidance to our program management staff, equipping them with the necessary tools to enhance efficiencies and improve the effectiveness of our services within the Plan Review section.

Managing a diverse team supporting the plan review process, you'll oversee all activities within our plan review section, ensuring seamless operations for our stakeholders. Championing high standards of work quality, organizational performance, and continuous learning, while fostering a culture of innovation, you motivate your team to improve policies and procedures relating to planning and review processes.

In addition to managing the section's budget and assisting the Director Plan Review & Deputy Chief Building Official in directing plan review activities, you'll play a key role in developing and implementing functional policies and programs aimed at driving long-term business performance. Your expertise will be crucial in overseeing and coordinating working groups responsible for developing programs and practices related to divisional plan review issues.

Ensuring compliance with regulations and by-laws governing program delivery, you provide guidance on interpreting and applying relevant codes and by-laws, as well as managing relevant legal and regulatory disputes relating to the plan review function.

Your influence will extend beyond the divisions as you represent Toronto Building and the City in communicating with members of the public. Providing expert advice on technical matters related to complex construction projects and mediating differences between stakeholders will be part of your mandate. You'll also prepare comprehensive reports for consideration by Council and participate in public and stakeholder meetings to address community concerns.

Key Qualifications:

  1. Education in engineering, architecture, urban planning, or a related field, or approved equivalent of education and experience..

  2. Extensive experience leading a plan review function within a large, complex environment.

  3. Considerable experience leading and motivating a diverse team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

  4. Experience managing a large budget and ensuring fiscal responsibility.

  5. You are qualified or in the process of obtaining qualification, or able to complete and achieve qualification as a Manager as required and administered by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing in accordance with the Ontario Building Code Act

  6. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including government officials, industry partners, and community members.

  7. Comprehensive knowledge of relevant regulations, codes, and by-laws governing construction and building standards, with a demonstrated ability to ensure compliance and resolve related disputes.

  8. In-depth understanding of building codes, zoning regulations, and other relevant laws, coupled with the ability to provide technical guidance and leadership on complex construction projects and related matters.

  9. Ability to effectively represent the division to the public, media, and governmental bodies, with the ability to articulate complex technical and policy issues clearly across audiences.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

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