- 1 to 3 years of relevant planning experience is preferred; a background in professional consulting is considered an asset.
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Experience conducting or facilitating consultations and engagement programs.
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Experience working with Indigenous communities is considered an asset
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Familiarity with municipal planning policy and legislation, and the land development process
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Familiar with local, Provincial/Territorial and Federal agencies' permitting and approvals processes
Why choose Dillon
Dillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation, and are empowered to continually grow and develop.
We live our core values:
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Achievement: do the work to hit the target;
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Continuous Development: always learning; always adapting; always growing;
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Creativity: discover new possibilities;
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Courage: do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard;
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Inclusiveness: enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences;
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Reliability: words result in actions that build trust;
In addition, we offer:
Northern Living Allowance-
$7,500 annual northern living allowance for permanent employees in Yellowknife
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Northern Vacation Travel Allowance
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Annual vacation travel allowance for permanent employees in Yellowknife and their dependents
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Employee share purchase plan
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Dillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all employees.
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A competitive compensation package
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Comprehensive health benefits
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Generous retirement savings plan
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Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributions
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Flexible work hours and hybrid working options
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Dillon values its staff and the contributions that are made each day and understands that work arrangements can differ based on personal needs and business needs. We are taking a trust-based approach to offer a variety of flexible and hybrid work options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.
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Learning and Development opportunities
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As a knowledge-based business, we use a composite approach to development including coaching to build the how, mentoring to share lessons, advising to round out perspectives, and co-creation of knowledge through internal learning opportunities.
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Focus on Innovation
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The ability to anticipate, examine, and adopt new and innovative solutions is a crucial driver for the continual and progressive advancement of our business performance. In our culture, people are empowered to reflect and question current practices and seek forward looking solutions to today’s problems and tomorrow’s opportunities.
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Employee and Family Assistance program
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A variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support well-being are available to all employees.
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Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership
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Our employees can take advantage of reduced annual membership fees.
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Wellness Subsidy
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Our employees can take advantage of a wellness subsidy that can be put towards expenses for a variety of health and/or wellness related activities such as gym membership, purchase of home fitness equipment, yoga classes and dance classes.
Living in Yellowknife
Yellowknife offers a professional and personal experience unlike any other in Canada. As the capital of the Northwest Territories, it provides the amenities of a modern urban center—including a diverse culinary scene and boutique shopping—while maintaining an intimate feel. Residents benefit from a lifestyle where commutes are measured in minutes rather than hours, effectively reclaiming time for personal pursuits and community connection.
The city serves as a gateway to the Great Canadian North, where the wilderness is a literal backyard. The true advantages of Northern living are found in this immediate access to nature; world-class hiking trails, pristine paddling routes, and premier fishing locations are accessible within moments of leaving the office. In the winter, the city transforms into a subarctic playground for cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, all set under a front-row seat to the world’s most spectacular Aurora Borealis. Beyond the landscape, Yellowknife is defined by its people. The successful candidate will join a tight-knit, welcoming community known for its resilience and inclusivity. With a calendar full of cultural festivals—such as the Snowking’s Winter Festival and Folk on the Rocks—and a strong emphasis on work-life balance, the city allows professionals to fully immerse themselves in both a rugged natural environment and a vibrant social scene. Yellowknife is not merely a place to work; it is a community where individuals and families truly thrive.
About Dillon
Dillon is a proudly Canadian, employee-owned, professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science, and management. We partner with clients to provide committed, collaborative, and inventive solutions to complex, multi-faceted projects. With over 25 offices and more than 1100 employees across Canada, Dillon offers a wide range of services related to building and improving facilities and infrastructure, protecting the environment, and developing communities.
Now operating for over 75 years, we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do. Dillon has been listed as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 19 years in a row and has the distinction of being a Platinum Club member in this program.
Health & Safety at Dillon
Prospective employees are expected to fully align with Dillon's core commitment to Health & Safety. This includes active, ongoing engagement with our Health & Safety processes and platform, and the active, ongoing identification and reporting of health and safety hazards.
Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Dillon
Dillon is committed to employment equity and an inclusive, diverse workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know. We look forward to hearing from you.
Technology enablement and the use of AI at Dillon
We invest in modern technologies to enable continuous improvement across the organization. Please be advised that Dillon Consulting utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) assisted tools to support parts of our recruitment process to increase efficiency and fairness. While AI supports this process, all hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team. By applying, you acknowledge and consent to this use.
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