Intermediate Urban Planner

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 collaborative of architects, interior designers, urban designers and planners, structural, mechanical and electrical engineers, and landscape architects who design for community wellbeing and urban vibrancy. We are a fun-loving bunch of big thinkers and do-gooders, 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 2024 Best of Practice Award Winner, committed to using our design practice as a force for good in the world.

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How you’ll make a difference:

• Participate in all aspects of our planning and urban design practice, from early analysis and visioning to the creation of conceptual and policy directions, and recommendations to implement and realize a diversity of great, complex, urban environment
• Support stakeholder engagement on several plans, urban designs, policies, and strategies for both public, community and private clients
• Work collaboratively with a cross-disciplinary team of people, engaging a broad constituency of clients, stakeholders, Indigenous communities, and the public 
• Participate in a broad range of projects: from site specific planning to area wide policy reviews and master plans. 
• Contribute to Transit/TOC planning and campus planning projects 
• Present at and facilitate stakeholder meetings
• A believer in the power of human-centered design and interested in exploring practices to improve DIALOG’s user research and engagement methods
• Adaptable and comfortable with change. Nimble and able to respond to varying project needs
• A self-starter, quick learner with a positive attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit that takes initiative and is proactive
• Embody DIALOG's values: collaboration, diversity, aspiration, and optimism

Who you are:

• 3 to 10 years of experience in municipal, community, land use, or transit planning, ideally in a consulting environment
• An accredited degree in Urban Planning; a Master’s degree is an asset
• Eligible for Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation
• Understanding of and experience with the Ontario Planning Framework and development approval processes
• Ability to lead small projects and teams with minimal supervision, including scope development, team management, consultant coordination, and client management
• Experience in project planning, design, and technical production processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on effective collaboration and integration
• Highly organized, with a strong ability to bring order to complexity and acute attention to detail

While not required, you’ll stand out with:

• Project management experience
• Experience with programs such as Adobe Suite, GIS, and 3D modeling software
• Experience in participating in or facilitating creative, innovative, and accessible stakeholder and/or public engagement
• Strong abilities in visual and graphic communication skills

At DIALOG, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the world. We encourage you to apply!

Perks & Benefits

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.

Professional Development

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. 

Equal Opportunity

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.