Senior Design Architect

DIALOG • Toronto, ON

39d • $110,000 - $150,000

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• LEED AP or similar sustainability credentials considered an asset

Responsibilities

• 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

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.
• DIALOG offers continued professional growth through leadership development opportunities specifically designed for our collaborative culture.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level