Marketing & Business Development Lead

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.

Weworkwithclientsandcollaboratorsacross Canada andglobally, and as suchwe’vecreated Practice Groups to bring people together across DIALOGtowork seamlessly in strategic marketsectors or project typologies.Each Practice Groupdevelopsamarket strategy topositionus to win and deliver work aligned with DIALOG’s Purpose.  We are looking for a seasonedMarketing + Business Development(M+BD)Lead for our Private Sector which includes Mixed-Use Living,Hospitalityand otherpotentialmarkets.AsM+BD Lead you will developa market strategy,managethepursuitpipeline,prepareorsupportsubmissions andmanagecontent and asset planning for thepractice area/s.

How you'll make a difference: Develop a comprehensive understanding of practice group/s’ portfolio, expertise and team members.    

Work collaboratively with practice group/s   Chair/s   to develop and execute a market strategy and annual   budget, and be   accountable   for delivering   upon these.     

Identify,   research   and track   mid-and long-term opportunities   that   align with the Practice   area/s   strategy.    In advance of key opportunities develop and coordinate win strategy approach and plan.  

Manage the opportunity acquisition process through DIALOG’s CRM system, including vetting RFSOs, RFQs, and RFPs; supporting go/no-go decisions; and leading or collaborating on submissions with Marketing Proposal Specialists.    

Manage   all content   and   asset   planning   for   practice   area/s,   ensuring materials are current, relevant, and aligned with market priorities.    

Identify   opportunities for awards, project photography, conference participation, client engagement, and other visibility-building initiatives.    

Develop communication   plans   for the practice group/s, inclusive of project and people promotion, milestones and key wins, awards, conferences, PR   opportunities   and storytelling.    

Contribute to broader marketing and business development initiatives across DIALOG, as required.

Who you are: You have   8+ years of experience in a similar role in marketing and business development, especially in complex pursuits and proposals   in   AEC   industry or   similar   complex   B2B   professional services industries. Knowledge of Private sector market is an asset.    

You have related post-secondary education in marketing, communications, business, design, or a related field.    

You are an excellent communicator, with strong writing, editing, and relationship-building skills.

You are a confident facilitator who can guide discussions, build alignment among senior leaders, and turn ideas into clear actions and decisions.

You are highly organized and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You take ownership of your work, follow through reliably, and collaborate effectively with a broad range of people, from senior partners and design leaders to external consultants and clients.

You have Strong knowledge of Adobe InDesign and presentation skills.

You   have   a passion for meaningfully improving the wellbeing of our communities, through mixed-use living   / Private sector   opportunities.

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.