Senior Design Architect

Here at DIALOG, we are passionate about design and believe it can and should meaningfully improve the wellbeing of our communities and the environment we all share.

We are a multi-disciplinary practice of architects, interior designers, urban designers and planners, structural, mechanical and electrical engineers, landscape architects and sustainability experts who design for community wellbeing and urban vibrancy. We are a fun-loving bunch of big thinkers and city-shapers, who are collaborative in our approach, diverse in our perspectives, aspirational in our pursuits, and optimistic about what’s next. We’re always looking for passionate people who share our values and care as much about our communities as we do. We're proud to be a Certified B Corporation and one of Canada's Greenest Employers, committed to using our design practice as a force for good in the world.

We’re looking for a Senior Design Architect to lead the creation of impactful, low‑carbon buildings that make a meaningful difference in communities. This is an opportunity to shape design vision, lead complex projects from concept through delivery, and collaborate with passionate, multidisciplinary teams in a studio culture that values design excellence, sustainability, and people.

We’re looking for a Senior Design Architect to lead the creation of impactful, low‑carbon buildings that make a meaningful difference in communities. This is an opportunity to shape design vision, lead complex projects from concept through delivery, and collaborate with passionate, multidisciplinary teams in a studio culture that values design excellence, sustainability, and people.

Parental leave top-up programs for all parents upon the birth or adoption of a child, RRSP matching, competitive medical and dental benefits coverage upon the first day of employment, discounted memberships, encouraged work/life balance with gifted time off during the holiday season and Vacation Buy-Up program, and reimbursement for professional memberships and dues are just a few of the benefits that DIALOGers enjoy.

 

DIALOG offers continued professional growth through leadership development opportunities specifically designed for our collaborative culture. Among others, some of our programs include: CoachDIALOG which equips our coaches with essential communication and feedback strategies for building great teams; Integrateducation™ supports DIALOGers in accredited continuing education opportunities; technical skills development via e-learning pathways; and financial support for relevant external learning opportunities. 

 

DIALOG celebrates diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all, free of discrimination and harassment. Employment-related decisions are made without regard to sex, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and race. In accordance with DIALOG’s Accommodation Policy, accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request for candidates throughout the selection process.

• Set and champion the design vision for sophisticated institutional and public‑sector projects from concept through realization
• Translate client, stakeholder, and community aspirations into innovative architectural responses rooted in sustainability and performance
• Lead the exploration and resolution of complex design and technical challenges, ensuring clarity of design intent throughout delivery
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to integrate architecture, structure, and building systems into cohesive solutions
• Partner with DIALOG leadership to support design‑focused client relationships and represent design intent with authorities having jurisdiction
• Mentor, inspire, and grow teams while advancing design quality, emerging methodologies, and inclusive studio culture

• 12+ years of experience leading institutional or government architectural projects, including large‑scale work (>$100M construction value)
• Professional degree in Architecture required; master’s degree and registration (or eligibility) preferred
• Proven design leader capable of directing multidisciplinary teams through conceptual, technical, and sustainability-driven decisions
• Strong understanding of Revit and BIM platforms with the ability to provide strategic oversight of design workflows
• Experience supporting project pursuits (RFQs, RFPs, fee proposals)
• Clear, confident communicator who can articulate design ideas and technical concepts to diverse audiences
• LEED AP or similar sustainability credentials considered an asset