Job Description

Senior Educational Architect

Halifax, NS

At EXP, we're driven to provide innovative solutions for the world's built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world's most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Are you ready to design your future?

Be our next

Senior Educational Architect!

Your work environment at EXP

Are you ready to shape the learning environments of tomorrow? We're seeking a driven and experienced Senior Educational Architect to join our growing team in Halifax, NS. This is a fantastic opportunity for a licensed architect passionate about K?12 and post-secondary facilities who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to lead complex, impactful projects.





You'll play a pivotal role in designing and delivering innovative educational spaces that make a lasting impact, working alongside a dynamic team of industry experts who value creativity, precision, and teamwork.

What a day at EXP has in store for you

Lead and support the design and delivery of educational projects including new schools, campus buildings, and modernization programs. Facilitate visioning sessions with educators, administrators, and community stakeholders to translate learning objectives into spatial strategies. Prepare architectural designs, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies. Ensure compliance with Nova Scotia Building Code, accessibility standards, and school-specific guidelines. Integrate sustainability strategies (LEED, Zero Carbon Building, Passive House) and oversee BIM workflows in Revit. Provide construction support services and conduct site reviews. Assist in proposal development and contribute to business development efforts. Mentor junior staff and contribute to a positive team culture.

What your experience looks like

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited institution. 10+ years of relevant experience in building architecture with a strong portfolio of educational projects. Registered Architect with the Nova Scotia Association of Architects (NSAA) and Architects Association of New Brunswick (AANB) or eligible for registration. Proficiency in Revit and other relevant design software; familiarity with AutoCAD and Navisworks. Strong understanding of building codes, accessibility standards, and sustainability certifications. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Experience managing large, complex projects and leading multidisciplinary teams.

This job posting is for an existing position vacancy within our organization.





The salary range for this role is between

$100K - $120K

. The actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.

EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address:

hrsupport@exp.com

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Our story

With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world's built and natural environments.


Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP's predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.

What makes us different

The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We're committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.


Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com .