Education Market Principal Architect

Stratus®; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health insurance

401k match

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Stratus is seeking a Principal Architect to lead operations for the Education Market, coordinating project execution, resource management, and financial metrics across offices. The role emphasizes client relationship management, staff development, and strategic initiatives aligned to Stratus’ growth agenda.

The position combines hands-on project oversight with market leadership responsibilities, offering hybrid work and opportunities for professional advancement within a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in operations, project management, or market leadership in the A/E/C or professional services industry.
• Demonstrated experience managing teams, budgets, and project portfolios.
• Proficient in tools and platforms used for project and financial management (e.g., Deltek, ERP systems, CRM platforms).
• Comprehensive understanding of market-specific trends, client expectations, and competitive positioning.
• Knowledge of project management processes, including scope, schedule, and budget control.
• Familiarity with A/E/C industry regulations, contracting methods, and delivery models
• Understanding of organizational development practices, including performance reviews and succession planning

Responsibilities

• Support the Education Market Leader in executing strategic and operational initiatives across the assigned market.
• Oversee the daily operations of the market, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to scope and quality expectations.
• Lead resource planning and workforce management efforts, matching talent to market and client needs effectively.
• Manage and monitor key financial metrics, including revenue forecasts, backlog, utilization, and project profitability.
• Support business development activities through proposal preparation, pursuit strategy, and existing client relationship management.
• Collaborate with project managers to monitor project performance and ensure alignment with contractual and regulatory obligations.
• Partner with HR and market leadership to support employee development, career planning, and performance management within the market.
• Drive operational consistency and continuous improvement by implementing best practices and contributing to process optimization.
• Act as a culture ambassador by promoting an inclusive, collaborative, and performance-oriented environment across offices and disciplines.
• Contribute to annual planning and budgeting processes, identifying opportunities for growth, efficiencies, and risk mitigation.
• Serve as a liaison between project teams and executive leadership, escalating issues and communicating market needs as appropriate.
• Oversee compliance with health, safety, and quality assurance standards.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budget management

Resource planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Deltek

ERP systems

CRM platforms

Job description

Stratus is seeking a Principal Architect to lead operations for the Education Market, coordinating project execution, resource management, and financial metrics across offices. The role emphasizes client relationship management, staff development, and strategic initiatives aligned to Stratus’ growth agenda.

The position combines hands-on project oversight with market leadership responsibilities, offering hybrid work and opportunities for professional advancement within a collaborative,