Urban Design Planner

3Pikas is a boutique firm located in Whitehorse, Yukon, and we’re growing! We are on the hunt for a Junior and Intermediate Planners who is a versatile, design-obsessed problem-solver who thrives on variety, an urban planner Swiss Army Knife per se. If you are a Senior Planner with extensive experience, we also want to hear from you.

Our studio is small by design (currently a mighty team of two), fast-paced, fun, flexible, and fiercely design-oriented. We tackle a diverse mix of urban and community-focused projects, including subdivision master plans, feasibility studies, engagement, and mixed-use industrial/commercial/residential planning and development projects across various scales. We work at all stages of a project, from inception through execution to completion.

Unlike other firms, 3Pikas has adopted a genuine hands-on approach to planning and development. Curbside Development–a residential development arm of 3Pikas–builds high-quality rental and market housing to accommodate Yukon’s growing demand for housing.

Although we aim to add skilled individuals to our team, it is essential that we maintain a close-knit, integrated office with no silos. Every staff member is involved in all aspects of a project from inception to completion, including documentation, design, layout, graphic design, report writing, and project management.

We take pride in making planning accessible and enjoyable, while also highlighting its importance in our community. We require an individual who is passionate about solving urban problems and comfortable stepping into any phase of a project, eager to learn with support from the rest of the team.

Junior Planner or Intermediate Planner (if you are a senior, we also want to hear from you)

Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in an urban planning office for an Intermediate Planner

Urban Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Engineering, and related degree

Proficiency in GIS is a must

Proficiency in AutoCAD and Sketchup is an asset

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and design software (such as Adobe Illustrator and Sketch) is advantageous

Collaborate on planning projects

Produce detailed proposals, background reports, design and options, visualization, engagement, and cohesive presentation materials

Coordinate with subconsultants, contractors, and local authorities having jurisdiction

Perform administration and project management tasks

Health Care Spending Account

Vacation time

We plan for this role to begin in January 2026 and are starting our search now to find the perfect candidate!

We’re happy to sit down and grab a coffee to discuss this opportunity.