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 are looking for a Senior Interior Designer to join our growing Ottawa studio and contribute to the continued growth of our local and practice wide portfolio. In this role, you’ll play a key role in strengthening our presence in the region and elevating the design direction of our projects. If you thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. How you'll make a difference:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire interdisciplinary project teams throughout all phases of Interior Design projects
• Oversee project management activities, including budgeting, scheduling, documentation, and adherence to professional and client standards
• Champion the design vision by leading or supporting the development of functional programming, conceptual design, and detailed design documents
• Prepare and oversee schematic and conceptual design drawings, space plans, layouts, sketches, and presentations that clearly communicate design intent
• Deliver innovative, high-quality design solutions while fostering communication and coordination across internal teams, external consultants, and clients
• Application of relevant codes, and standards throughout the design and documentation process
• Prepare, monitor, maintain and co-ordinate project documents, including, schedules, specifications, and FF&E selection and documentation
• Support construction administration activities, including periodic site attendance, responding to RFIs, and review of submittals, to ensure design intent is upheld

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s degree in interior design or a related field, with 10+ years of experience leading projects
• Experience working with government projects and ability to obtain Government of Canada Reliability Security Clearance
• Strong understanding of branding and its application within interior environments
• Proficiency in Revit, Enscape, Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office Suite
• Skilled communicator who is team oriented, accountable, and effective at coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, vendors, and contractors
• Experienced in preparing presentations and leading stakeholder engagement sessions to support design direction and project alignment
• Experienced in leading teams, managing deliverables, schedules, and fees, and maintaining strong client relationships
• and you'll stand out with:
• Bilingual in English and French
• Experience in business development
• NCIDQ certification

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply! We’re looking for future DIALOGers who are eager to learn, bring unique perspectives, and want to make a real difference in the world—even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification. 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.

At DIALOG, we believe compensation should reflect the unique talent each person brings to our team. We look at annual market data to understand how different roles are compensated in our industry, but we also recognize that your experience, skills, location, and the impact you make all play a part in shaping your total rewards. Because of this, final offers may differ from the ranges listed — we want to make sure everyone is recognized in a manner that is fair, competitive, and true to the value they bring.