Senior Lot Grading Inspector & Lot Grading Inspector Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 54033)

Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Development Approvals and Inspections Section, contributing to the safe and well-designed development of our city. In this role, you will be key in inspecting new developments for proper grading installation, investigating grading complaints, enforcing the Drainage Bylaw 18093, and providing essential seasonal leadership.

As a Lot Grading Inspector, you will lead the inspection and compliance process for surface drainage across various property types—residential, commercial, mixed use, and industrial—ensuring adherence to the drainage bylaw and lot grading guidelines. Your expertise will ensure positive drainage is achieved, protecting both private and public property from surface water issues. 

The Senior Lot Grading Inspector will have the added leadership responsibility of managing seasonal hiring, training, coaching, and performance oversight for seasonal frontline inspection staff.

What will you do?

• Inspect foundation and swale grading, downspout placement, and other grading features for residential, commercial, mixed use, and industrial developments
• Maintain a caseload of surface drainage complaint investigations and issue formal enforcement documents, including notices, tickets, and order letters
• Lead the seasonal supervision functions, including the recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management of seasonal inspectors
• Review, modify, and ensure the quality and consistency of work produced by seasonal direct reports
• Utilize systems such as POSSE and ePlan to manage workflow, enter information, track non-conforming properties, and meet service level timeliness
• Approve rough and final lot grading, as well as proposed lot grading plans and revisions for various developments
• Act as a qualified Bylaw Enforcement Officer to enforce violations of the Drainage Bylaw and provide supporting evidence for legal defense when required
• Provide detailed technical advice and collaborate with contractors, developers, permit applicants, and community partners to resolve complex development concerns and drainage issues
• Provide input and support for developing and revising public education tools, guidelines, and documentation