Services Manager, Building Permits & Plans

Infrastructure, Planning & Growth Management | Building Services
1 Vacancy | Non-Union
Competition #26-P-21

Located on the historic, 386-kilometreTrent-Severn Waterway in the heart of the Kawartha tourism region, Peterborough is a unique community known for its exceptional quality of life and beautiful setting. The city has been named one of 52 destinations to visit in 2025 by the New York Times.

The City has been shaped by its connection to the waterway, nature, and by the people who call it home. Peterborough is a community of doers and dreamers that are resourceful, passionate, creative and brimming with local pride.

Before it was ever known as Peterborough, this land was called Nogojiwanong – Ojibwe for “the place at the foot of the rapids.” Today, the city remains continuously in motion, guided by a deep sense of community and connection. The City is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, known collectively as the Williams Treaty First Nations.

Job Details

Reporting to the Manager, Building Operations / Deputy Chief Building Official, the Services Manager, Building Permits & Plans provides strategic and operational leadership for the City’s permit intake, zoning review, and construction plan examination functions. This role oversees a multidisciplinary team responsible for reviewing permit applications, interpreting zoning and applicable law, and ensuring compliance with the Ontario Building Code and Building Code Act.

As a key member of the Building Services leadership team, the Services Manager ensures permit review processes are timely, consistent, and legally defensible while delivering citizen-focused, safety-driven service. The position plays a central role in mentoring staff, supporting service modernization, and promoting procedural consistency across permit and inspection functions. Working closely with internal departments and external agencies, the Services Manager supports coordinated development review, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement aligned with the City’s growth and public safety objectives.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Architectural or Engineering Technology, Building Science, Construction Management, or a related field.
  
  
• Valid Building Code Identification Number (BCIN) qualifications, including: CBO General Legal, House, Small Buildings, Large Buildings, Complex Buildings, Structural, Part 8 On-Site Septic, Plumbing (House and All Buildings), HVAC House, Lighting and Power, Building Services, and Fire Protection,
  
  
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive experience in construction, building inspection, permitting, zoning review, or a related technical field.
  
  
• Minimum three (3) years of direct experience conducting inspections and/or overseeing permit intake under the Ontario Building Code, including Part 9 and selected Part 3 buildings.
• Minimum two (2) years of supervisory or lead experience, including staff supervision, performance management, recruitment, and operational improvement.
  
  
• Demonstrated expertise in zoning interpretation, permit intake coordination, and applicable law review.
  
  
• Strong working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code, Building Code Act, and Planning Act.
  
  
• Proficiency with municipal permitting and GIS systems (e.g., AMANDA, ESRI GIS) and digital workflow tools.

• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Salary

$112,539 – $123,012

Application Information

Qualified applicants are invited to apply by email to recruiting@peterborough.ca no later than 11:59 p.m. midnight on February 16, 2026.  

To ensure your application is considered, please follow these steps: 

• Prepare one file only (PDF or Word) that includes both your résumé and cover letter. 
• Name your file with your first and last name (e.g., JaneSmith Comp ###.pdf). 
• Include the competition number in the file name, and email subject line 

We thank all applicants for their interest in the City of Peterborough. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Peterborough is an organization that strives to embrace the spirit of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment in which all individuals have access to the City's goods, services and facilities. If you are contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise People & Culture if you require accommodation.

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