Architectural Operations Principal

Description

• 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
• Partner with Design Principals and Revenue team on project scope, scheduling, and feasibility
• Plan hiring needs and participate in recruiting for delivery roles
• Establish and maintain quality gates, phase reviews, and project milestones
• Build and maintain network of specialized consultants (MEP, structural, civil)
• Manage project dashboards and weekly status reporting
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains
• Track project financial performance and implement corrective actions
• Conduct monthly financial reporting and forecasting
• Oversee P&L for portfolio of 5-20 concurrent projects
• Lead consultant selection, contracting, and performance management
• Manage and coach Project Architects on delivery execution and performance
• Support proposal development and client presentations
• Direct end-to-end project delivery from kickoff through closeout
• Collaborate with leadership on firm growth strategy
• Develop and refine delivery processes and best practices
• Conduct performance reviews and develop team members
• Build culture of accountability and operational excellence
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams

Requirements

Technical Skills

Leadership Capabilities

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

Benefits

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

• Employer-paid public transit pass and biking stipend
• Work-Life Balance
• Snacks, beer, team events
• Onsite Gym membership
• 100% Employer Paid Health insurance
• Hybrid Work
• Unlimited Paid time off and holidays
• Vision and Dental benefits
• Competitive Pay

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance