Architectural Operations Principal

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Cove
Innovative design and building solutions using advanced software for optimized performance.
Lead project delivery operations, finances, and teams for architecture portfolio.
7 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Atlanta, GA
Hybrid
Company Size
40 Employees
Service Specialisms
No specialisms available
Sector Specialisms
Commercial Office Spaces
Residential Buildings
Medical Facilities
Retail Environments
Industrial Properties
Role
What you would be doing
financial reporting
project delivery
budget management
team leadership
process improvement
client negotiation
  • Support proposal development and client presentations
  • Conduct monthly financial reporting and forecasting
  • Track project financial performance and implement corrective actions
  • Manage and coach Project Architects on delivery execution and performance
  • Conduct performance reviews and develop team members
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains
  • Build and maintain network of specialized consultants (MEP, structural, civil)
  • Collaborate with leadership on firm growth strategy
  • Allocate resources and optimize team capacity across projects
  • Develop project budgets, fee proposals, and contract strategies
  • Negotiate contracts and manage scope changes with clients
  • Lead project kickoffs and coordinate cross-functional teams
  • Establish and maintain quality gates, phase reviews, and project milestones
  • Direct end-to-end project delivery from kickoff through closeout
  • Manage project dashboards and weekly status reporting
  • Oversee P&L for portfolio of 5-20 concurrent projects
  • Develop and refine delivery processes and best practices
  • Coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams
  • Plan hiring needs and participate in recruiting for delivery roles
  • Build culture of accountability and operational excellence
  • Lead consultant selection, contracting, and performance management
  • Partner with Design Principals and Revenue team on project scope, scheduling, and feasibility
What you bring
architecture license
monday.com
10+ years
leadership
architecture degree
budget management

Leadership Capabilities

Technical Skills

  • Knowledge of architecture delivery processes and construction administration
  • Experience managing project budgets from $250K to $5M+
  • Proven ability to build systems and drive accountability
  • 10+ years in architecture project delivery with demonstrated P&L responsibility
  • Experience coaching and developing project teams
  • Proven track record leading projects through rapid growth (2x+ headcount)
  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture
  • Proficient in project management tools (Monday.com, Asana, or similar)
  • 5+ years managing teams and scaling delivery operations
  • Strategic thinking with ability to balance design quality and profitability
  • Experience with contract negotiation and risk management
  • Familiarity with design-build or fast-track delivery methods
  • Background in technology-forward or design-driven firms
  • Strong financial acumen with budget development and analysis experience
  • Architecture license (preferred but not required)
  • Strong communication skills across clients, consultants, and internal teams
  • Track record of proactive problem identification and resolution
Benefits

This is a hybrid position based in Atlanta, GA, with Tuesdays and Thursdays in-person for collaboration, mentorship, and training.

  • Unlimited Paid time off and holidays
  • Hybrid Work
  • Competitive Pay
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Onsite Gym membership
  • Employer-paid public transit pass and biking stipend
  • Vision and Dental benefits
  • Snacks, beer, team events
  • 100% Employer Paid Health insurance
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
  • Revolutionizes the building design and construction process with cutting-edge software solutions.
  • Enables architects, engineers, and builders to optimize performance, efficiency, and sustainability.
  • Focuses on energy-efficient and environmentally conscious designs to create smarter, greener buildings.
  • Undertakes projects ranging from residential developments to large-scale commercial infrastructure.
  • Develops software that streamlines the design process, ensuring cost and energy savings.
  • Transforms how the built environment interacts with energy systems, improving long-term performance.
Culture + Values
Environment + Sustainability
45M+ COā‚‚ Offset
COā‚‚ Emissions Reduced
Projects using the platform have collectively offset over 45 million tonnes of COā‚‚ emissions.
Top 10 Ranked
TIME GreenTech Recognition
Recognized as one of the top ten companies in TIME’s Built Environment GreenTech list for 2024.
40-50% Reduction
Embodied Carbon Target
Supports design strategies to achieve a 40-50% reduction in embodied carbon by 2050.
  • Platform integrates embodied carbon data (e.g., EC3, GreenBookā„¢) for accurate material-level carbon impact calculation
  • Enables net-zero energy and net-zero carbon building design workflows via performance analysis, passive/active strategies and renewable energy generation
  • No publicly stated net zero target date found
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Architectural Operations Principal at Cove in Atlanta, GA