Job Details
Permanent Full Time (Non-Union)
Posting Status
Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants
Closing Date
Applications for this position must be received at by no later than 11:59pm on August 7, 2025
We offer:
A defined benefit pension plan (OMERS)
Comprehensive health plan complemented with life and disability insurance
A progressive work environment that promotes a work/life balance and strives to be a great place for great people to do great things
Reporting to the Director, Building, the Manager, Development Construction Inspections is responsible for the leadership of the Development Construction Inspection team within the Building Services Department. This position will provide oversight of a wide range of professional staff associated with the development construction and administration of agreements and performance obligations. This position oversees and leads civil engineering and stormwater installations within new subdivisions; site plan and tear down and rebuild development service installations; ensures adherence to subdivision agreements including authorizing the release of securities held and managers conflicts and disagreements resulting from development construction activities.
What can I expect to do in this role?
As the Manager, Development Construction Inspections you will:
Participate in resolving issues relating to transportation, noise, and lighting during construction preparation and build.
Develop and maintain relationships with the public.
Manages the operating budget associated with the inspection section.
Develop short- and long-term strategies related to construction inspection of land development work and providing professional leadership and directions to the team of field professionals.
Plan, direct and evaluate services provided by the development construction team.
Develop new policies and service delivery of the development industry.
Develop sectional budget for Director’s review and approval.
Review and evaluate section’s administrative/project management processes to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services including setting service standards.
Provides annual update of business plans, including monitoring and communication of progress/achievements related to KPIs.
Develop construction inspections guidelines in consultation with other technical staff.
Perform other duties as assigned
How do I qualify?
You have a four-year undergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in Civil Engineering or related field. Your formal education is augmented by a minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible positions in a building environment, preferably in the public sector. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
In addition, your experience includes:
Meeting the expectations of internal and external customers: customer service-oriented and modeling service delivery excellence.
Providing direction and leadership to a staff team with the development construction and administration of agreements and performance obligations.
Self-directed, detailed-oriented and flexible, with strong organization skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced team environment.
Relationship-building, collaboration, presentation, coaching, and facilitation skills to coordinate, and collaborate with, project team and other stakeholders; provide advice and guidance; build partnerships, networks, and client relationships; and participate as an effective team member
Strong written and verbal communication, problem-solving, time management, organization, and research skills, combined with creativity and innovative thinking to find new and/or unique solutions to challenges.
Political acuity, judgment, and discretion with confidential information.
Leading change and innovation.
Making risk-adjusted evidence based decisions in a timely manner.
Planning, developing and implementing programs, policies, proposals and action plans.
Development and implementation of budget and forecasting exercises, strategies and work plans.
Drafting policies and delivering reports and briefings to the Executive Leadership Team and Council.
Demonstrated customer service skills, exceptional negotiation, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills to deal with customer complaints and interpretation questions with respect to Ontario Building Code regulations and Town policies/practices.
Managing organizational change through strong leadership and communication skills.
Proven ability to work independently, combined with well-developed organization and time management skills.
Ability to deal effectively with tact, courtesy, discretion, and diplomacy with all levels of staff and the public.
Proficiency in various software including Microsoft Office, AMANDA, and GIS.
The successful candidate must hold and provide a copy of a valid and unrestricted Ontario Driver’s License Class G minimum with a driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behaviour. Note: Applicants with 6 or more points are ineligible for consideration. The successful applicant, who is a new hire, will be required to provide the Corporation with a current driver's record (no older than 30 days) and pass a Town administered road test as a condition of employment.
In addition, your experience demonstrates the following Manager leadership competencies:
Engagement – mobilizing people, organizations, partners.
Management excellence – delivering results through action management, people management and financial & asset management.
Accountability and Respect – serving with integrity and respect.
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Corporate Values:
Teamwork, accountability, dedication, honesty, innovation and respect
DATED: July 15, 2025
This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principal functions of the job. This does not include all of the work requirements of the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate through their application and in the interview process that their qualifications match those specified. Applicants may also be required to undergo testing
We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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