Life at EastPoint
We’re all about embracing teamwork, fostering creativity, and having a blast while we do amazing work together.
Life at EastPoint
We’re all about embracing teamwork, fostering creativity, and having a blast while we do amazing work together.
We love where we work
A perk of being a design firm is that we’ve created our own working space! Our office at 1801 Hollis Street, in the heart of Halifax, provides a modern working environment with comfortable offices and workstations, meeting rooms and breakout spaces, and plenty of area for our ping-pong tournaments. No need to be reminded when it’s time for lunch, thanks to the noontime cannon at nearby Citadel Hill. We’re steps away from the Halifax-Alderney ferry and the Lower Water and Scotia Square bus terminals. Should you need a break from your screens, you can take in unmatched views of Halifax Harbour—our telescope makes it fun to watch the ships come in.
2,100 m2 of modern office space
1 office, one-team philosophy
122 places to eat within walking distance
4 km of waterfront boardwalk for lunchtime strolls
31 bus routes under a five-minute walk (we also subsidize public transport passes)
35 minutes to ocean beaches
Why our staff love it here
Our company culture is the heartbeat of our success. But don’t just take our word for it; hear what our team has to say:
Quote – Andrew Chow
“I love the people I work with. At EastPoint, workplace culture is as important as technical skill and expertise. I enjoy going into work to produce a great service to our clients, have some fun and be inspired by those around me.”
Andrew Chow
BIM & Scanning Specialist
Quote – Ben Morgan
“EastPoint provides a great atmosphere where employees are given autonomy to grow their career within the organization. Our senior team members have vast experience in their respective disciplines and are great mentors to their teams, which is the basis of a great team.”
Ben Morgan
Mechanical Engineer
Quote – Chris Russell
“EastPoint provides large firm opportunites in one office, employee-owned setting. It prides itself on three simple things, doing great work for great clients with great people.”
Chris Russell
Director, Energy Engineering
Quote – Cyril Roach
“As I enter my 20th year at EastPoint, I’ve had opportunity to experience numerous different opportunities which has fostered my curiosity as an engineer. Our office continues to provide a great work-life balance and is focused on creating great relationships with clients while promoting a collaborative office environment.”
Cyril Roach
Senior Structural Engineer and Safety Manager
Quote – Emily MacInnis
“I’ve been given full support to be creative and introduce new approaches to the team. There’s no red tape and it’s been so rewarding to see my ideas progress into reality.”
Emily MacInnis
Marketing Manager
Quote – Jim Marriott
“EastPoint is about people working together in a supportive and inclusive environment to create dynamic design solutions for interesting clients. “
Jim Marriott
VP Architecture
Quote – Jonathan Clements
“I have been at EastPoint for over two years now and I couldn’t be happier. My day-to-day at Eastpoint is filled with hard work, laughter and incredible co-workers. I have unlimited opportunities to learn new skills, meet new people, see new sites and improve my draft/design skills.”
Jonathan Clements
BIM Specialist
Quote – Kaelin MacKinnon
“I’ve received so much mentorship from my colleagues at EastPoint and have been able to apply it to my work. “
Kaelin MacKinnon
Junior Structural Designer
Quote – Liam Carson
“EastPoint offers solid backing for EITs. The experienced team genuinely invests in our success, sharing invaluable guidance. Being part of this mentorship-driven environment makes work both fulfilling and motivating.”
Liam Carson
Energy Engineer in Training
Quote – Mariam Hiba
“From day one, I was welcomed into a supportive and collaborative work environment, where I was encouraged to ask questions and learn from those around me. I also appreciate the opportunities I have had to work on cross-functional teams, which has given me exposure to different areas of the business.”
Mariam Hiba
Electrical Engineer in Training
Quote – Nidhin Roy
“EastPoint has a healthy work environment. I like the company culture, how people are treated, and the way EastPoint supports work-life balance. “
Nidhin Roy
Electrical Engineer in Training
Quote – Rachel MacNeil
“Continuing education is highly valued at EastPoint. I feel I am part of a team that is continuously learning and sharing new ideas.”
Rachel MacNeil
Intern Architect
Quote – Rachel Scurlock
“EastPoint has everything and more of what you would want in a workplace: the combination of the modern office space with the friendly work environment while delivering high quality work allows you to go home feeling accomplished everyday.”
Rachel Scurlock
Civil Engineer
Quote – Sydney Matheson
“The workplace culture shines through when you have the option to work from home, but make the effort to be in the office with coworkers. EastPoint is a family that I’m proud to be a part of.”
Sydney Matheson
Junior Designer
Quote – Thomas Simmons
“The people at EastPoint make me look forward to the conversations I’ll have throughout the day. I feel like we are a group of like minded individuals who care about each other and the work we are doing.”
Thomas Simmons
Business Development Coordinator
A place where every voice matters
Consider a playlist restricted to one tune, a pantry limited to a single spice, or a bookshelf containing just one story. We know there is so much more to experience! Embracing diversity expands our perspective and creates opportunities to grow. At EastPoint, it’s not about fitting in—it’s about being your true self at work. We honour and celebrate diverse perspectives and talents because it’s integral to who we are, enriching our understanding of the world and making us better at what we do. It’s part of who we are and how we uphold our values of respect and quality.
Social values that shape our approach
Embedding sustainability into our business operations guides our commitment to environmental stewardship, social impact, and economic responsibility. Our BOMA BESt Silver and Energy Star certified building features low-flow fixtures, smart lighting controls, and electric vehicle charging. Technology aids communication, curbing unnecessary travel. Paperless workflows and eco-friendly practices underscore our commitment to a healthier, greener workplace. We prioritize staff wellness through comprehensive benefits, several social events throughout the year, and healthy snacks every Monday. We’re involved with more than 30 associations, applying our professional backgrounds and energies to collaborate across our industry and the local community. We consciously seek to support local businesses where possible, and participate in community projects where limited project capital exists.