Permits Coordinator

When it comes to forward-thinking homebuilding and thoughtfully planned communities, Canadians think of Mattamy Homes. And that success is centred on a foundation of great people, because our team is as solid as they come. At Mattamy, we are optimistic, hardworking and supportive. Together we learn and grow as we strive to create a positive impact in the homebuilding industry. Contributing to the Mattamy Way means being surrounded by caring people who encourage you to be exactly who you are. It means your opinion is invited and your contributions count. And it means a career filled with pride, knowing you’re part of an environmentally-conscious, action-oriented organization with big plans for the future. The opportunity to bring the future of living to homeowners based on what Canadians value is exciting – and we’re making it happen.

Learn more about what makes working at Mattamy special and our award-winning culture.

What we offer

An opportunity to play an important role in the GTA Homebuilding permitting process, working closely with the Permits Manager to coordinate applications, revisions and approvals across GTA municipalities. You’ll build valuable experience in residential homebuilding while helping ensure permits are secured accurately and on time to support construction schedules.

What you’ll do

• Assist in applying for Building Permits as per established production schedule to ensure they are issued in timely manner meeting strict construction deadlines.
• Review and analyze Sales Control Sheets to identify required information and ensure building permit application deadlines are met for all sold lots.
• Assist in the review and distribution of new product drawings, ensuring all required documentation is accurate, complete, and organized for timely building permit submissions.
• Assist in the review of incoming requested sitings
• Produce spreadsheets/reports to reflect and update applications, permit issuance and lot specific information. (i.e. Permit status reports, Project status and Permit QAs)
• Assist the Manager to coordinate the revision process of working drawings, structural revisions and municipal review comments and have all information completed in a timely manner.
• Upload and maintain issued permit documentation across internal platforms, ensuring accurate recordkeeping, proper organization, and accessibility for relevant departments. (JDE, SharePoint, BuildPro)
• Prepare payments for permit fees and development charges.
• Brings a continuous-improvement mindset, always looking for ways to simplify, strengthen, and improve existing processes.
• Commute to different municipalities and/or sites to drop off payments as required.

What you bring

• Post-secondary education/community college in a related field (e.g. Construction Engineering Technology).
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Understanding and ability to interpret information from architectural drawings.
• Thorough understanding of Ontario Building Code (Part 9) as it relates to housing.
• Required ability to understand and interpret the Zoning By-Laws for each of the varying municipalities.
• Comprehension of siting and grading plans along with specific and general zoning by-laws for various municipalities.
• Educated in programs relating to construction, planning, and zoning or equivalent work experience.
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot.
• Effective interpersonal skills.

Bonus points

• Previous experience in a building permitting role
  

Compensation

The expected base salary range for this position is $50,000 - $73,500. Actual pay may vary depending on your job-related knowledge, competencies, and skills. We recognize that exceptional situations may fall outside this range, and we encourage all interested candidates to apply.

You are also eligible to participate in Mattamy’s annual bonus program which gives you the opportunity to increase your total compensation if business and individual goals are achieved.

We encourage applicants who meet most of the role requirements to hit that submit button and apply! It’s okay if you don’t have 100% of the requirements. If you’re the right candidate, we’ll help you learn and grow.

Who we are

Mattamy Homes is the largest family-owned homebuilder in North America, with 40-plus years of history across Canada and the United States. Every year, Mattamy helps more than 8,000 families realize their dream of home ownership. In Canada, our communities stretch across the Greater Toronto Area as well as in Ottawa, Calgary and Edmonton.

Be yourself. We want it that way.

At Mattamy, we're passionate a​b​​out creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone ​can do their best work. Diversity and inclusion are important to the work we do to support our homebuyers, colleagues, and communities. From how we build our teams to cultivating our leaders, we're on a journey toward a welcoming, barrier-free culture for everyone. ​​​​

Mattamy Homes Canada is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation through any aspects of the selection process, please notify us on your application and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Mattamy companies may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support our hiring process, including to help screen or assess candidates along the way. These tools work behind the scenes, while people remain at the heart of every hiring decision.

Qualified applicants for this existing vacancy will be contacted directly by the Talent Acquisition team.