We're looking for a Project Architect who wants to shape outcomes, not chase deliverables. We need someone ready to lead projects end-to-end across residential, commercial, hospitality, adaptive reuse, and specialized international work, from concept through CA.
You'll partner with designers, engineers, and a proprietary AI toolset that handles the work that traditionally slows great architecture down like early-phase analysis, code checks, drafting everything one wall at a time, documentation QA so your time goes to design dialogue, client relationships, and getting buildings built well. You won't just use the tools: our PMs work directly with our in-house software team, and a new version ships every week. Joining now means outsized influence on what AI-native practice becomes.
Our diverse portfolio includes:- Residential & Multi-Family: Urban infill, mixed-use communities, and thoughtfully designed residential spaces.
- Commercial & Mixed-Use: Office buildings, retail environments, and integrated developments enhancing community engagement.
- Hospitality & Adaptive Reuse: Creative and sustainable transformations of existing structures and new hospitality spaces.
- Specialized & International: Unique educational, cultural, and institutional projects.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead projects from schematic design through construction administration, with primary accountability for schedule, budget, scope, and quality
- Manage project schedules, budgets, team resources, and client expectations.
- Manage consultant teams, contracts, and fee structures; oversee work plans and staffing projections.
- Serve as the primary client point of contact, managing expectations, communications, and change orders.
- Oversee QA/QC of construction documents and coordinate with the design team to maintain design intent through construction administration.
- Navigate permitting, entitlements, and jurisdictional approvals.
- Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of architects, designers, and engineers.
- Mentor junior team members and foster professional growth.
- Develop strong, lasting client relationships.
- Partner with our software team to shape the AI tools that power your work.
Essential qualifications:- 5+ years of architectural experience - Including 3+ years in a project management or project architect role, with demonstrated experience running projects through all phases (SD through CA), including fee management, consultant coordination, and construction administration
- Leadership- experience leading cross functional teams in an architectural office
- Licensed architect in good standing (a plus) ; NCARB certification a plus
- Technical proficiency - Proficiency in Revit and familiarity with project management tools (Deltek, Monograph, Newforma, or similar)
- Code & contract knowledge - Working knowledge of building codes, zoning, and contract administration (AIA documents)
- Design Excellence Mindset - You believe great architecture can be both beautiful and data-driven
- Self-management skills - You can juggle multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholders without losing focus on quality
- Technology optimism - You see AI as leverage for better architecture, not a threat to the craft. You're curious about how new tools change the work, and you want to help shape that - not just adopt it
- Education - Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture
What makes you stand out:- Portfolio of award-winning or published projects
- Experience with high-end residential, commercial, or mixed-use developments
- Track record of mentoring junior staff
Application Process:To join our innovative team at Cove Architecture, please submit your resume and portfolio along with a project list detailing your role, project size, scope, and delivery outcomes (schedule and budget performance). We look forward to exploring how your expertise can contribute to creating transformative, human-centered spaces.
If your portfolio and project list is not already listed on your resume, please email it to [redacted] AFTER you apply for the role.What's In It for You:- 100% Employer Paid Health insurance
- Vision and Dental benefits
- Employer-paid public transit pass and biking stipend
- Competitive Pay
- Work-Life Balance
- Onsite Gym membership
- Hybrid Work
- Unlimited Paid time off and holidays
- Snacks, beer, team events
- A clear path forward since we're growing, and PMs here have a runway to Senior PM, Associate, and Principal as the firm scales
The pay range for this role is:
95,000 - 120,000 USD per year (Atlanta)
