Senior Building Inspector

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

Pay at Intact is about much more than just salary.

• Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine, Wellness account and much more

• Share plan & other savings: up to 12% of salary or even more (ask how you could earn guaranteed income for life)

Salary range (but not limited to):

94,200 - 115,200

Annual bonus target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target (subject to personal and company performance):

12%

As part of our commitment to Win As A Team, we share our success with employees through our annual bonus plan and Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) – with Intact matching 50% of your net shares.

Our pension offerings provide flexibility and long-term security for our employees beyond their careers. We are one of the few companies offering the opportunity to receive guaranteed income for life via our defined benefit pension plan.

Salary for the candidate will be determined taking into consideration a number of factors including: experience, skills, qualifications, anticipated contribution to role, internal equity, etc. The salary range presented above is based on a 35-hour workweek and would represent a majority of different candidate profiles. However, we encourage candidates who may fall outside of this range to apply as well.

About the role

From coast-to-coast, our inspiring colleagues are at the heart of what we do best:  helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. With our team, you’ll bring this purpose to life every day by living our Values, being open to change, and pursuing your goals.

At Intact, we’ll give you countless opportunities to learn and grow, alongside a diverse and passionate community of experts – the best the industry has to offer.  You’ll be empowered to be your best self, do your best work, and make a meaningful impact. Here, you can: shape the future of insurance, win as a team, and grow with us.

About the role:

We’re looking for a Senior Building Inspector to join our growing Risk Management team!

In this role, you’ll work closely with internal teams, clients, regulators, and industry partners to assess and manage property and liability risks. You’ll conduct on-site inspections, identify potential hazards, and provide practical, tailored recommendations to reduce exposures. These could include risks related to fire, natural hazards, equipment breakdown, liability, and more.
 

What you’ll do here:

• Conduct physical inspections of insured locations on behalf of both our Insuring Companies and our clients

• Identify and analyze property and liability exposures, including fire, natural hazard, equipment breakdown, and liability risks

• Calculate appropriate values of insured locations and deliver high-quality written reports that include findings, valuations, and practical recommendations

• Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with clients and Intact partners by understanding their needs and delivering responsive, service-focused support

• Support client retention and business development by identifying opportunities to improve risk management strategies and delivering innovative solutions

• Provide insurance marketing support through well-written Risk Control Reports that outline key exposures and mitigation recommendations

• Compile accurate information to enable Underwriting to properly rate the risk.  The inspector must be able to analyze exposures and give opinions as to the quality of the risk.  Our markets and reinsurers rely heavily on the data collected.

• Meet with clients to discuss risk management issues and formulate loss control remedies

• Continuously develop your technical and professional skills to deliver value to clients and support the growth of our team

• Foster a collaborative team culture across departments, energizing others to live Intact’s values

• Perform other related duties as assigned

What you bring to the table:

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Property Risk Control for large commercial/industrial/manufacturing and (commercial) liability insurance

• Solid working knowledge of building construction practices, fire protection systems, and relevant codes and standards (including NFPA)

• Experience completing design reviews for water-based fire protection systems and conducting related inspections and testing

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

• High degree of initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Demonstrated client service experience, with the ability to adapt communication and solutions for a wide range of stakeholders

• Business acumen and comfort working in a growing or entrepreneurial service environment

• Proven ability to write, edit, and take ownership of report quality from start to finish

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal and presentation abilities

• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and prioritization skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer literacy

• Understanding of Factory Mutual (FM) Data Sheets and field service methodology is an asset

• Valid driver’s licence and clear 5-year driver’s abstract

Education:

• Currently holding CET or P.Eng designation (required)

• Willingness to pursue Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) and/or Certified Risk Management (CRM) designation (preferred)

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Il s'agit d'un nouveau rôle au sein de notre équipe en plein croissance | This role is a new member of our growing team.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

Please note that Intact does not provide sponsorship or other support for immigration-related matters including but not limited to employer-specific closed work permits. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada from the anticipated start date and throughout their employment and are solely responsible for maintaining their work eligibility.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.