Construction Site Liaison

Regular Full Time

About Us

One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you

About You / What We Are Looking For

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct site visits to ensure compliance with bylaws, legislation, and regulations.
- Liaise with bylaw enforcement and other stakeholders.
- Recommend enhancements to bylaws and policies.
- Prepare communication materials and schedules.
- Exercise discretion and tact in handling claims, complaints, and inquiries.
- Implement communication strategies for various stakeholders.
- Review construction management plans for compliance.
- Develop templates, procedures, and guidelines to encourage compliance.
- Coordinate with municipal staff to address construction impacts.
- Respond to complaints and concerns related to construction sites.
- Identify opportunities to improve bylaws and policies.
- Prepare materials and presentations for Council and media.

Qualifications:

- Completion of a diploma program in construction management, project management, building technology or public administration plus some related experience, preferably in bylaw enforcement and/or public relations; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Knowledge of bylaws, legislation, and regulations related to construction.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently with considerable discretion.
- Experience in public relations or community engagement preferred.
- Familiarity with documentation and records management practices.
- Valid BC Driver’s License.

What We Offer:
This CUPE position has an hourly rate range of $40.73 - $48.08. The rate of pay is based on a variety of factors including qualifications, knowledge, experience and skills.

You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in variety of learning and development opportunities. Additionally, there is an opportunity to participate in an earned day off program. The City offers an attractive vacation and extended benefits package, including the ability to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan.

Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Coquitlam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards enhancing equitable practices in our recruitment and retention processes. As an organization we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment to support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about what equity, diversity, and inclusion means, and the City’s efforts in support of these principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.

Applicants under consideration may be required to undergo a police information check (with no adverse reports).

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- We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted_