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Project ArchitectTeam Leader (Hospitality and Gaming)

Cuningham


Job Location:

Las Vegas, NV - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 85000 - 145000
Posted: 16 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 13 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Las Vegas is unlike anywhere else in the world and so is the work we do here. At Cuningham we design the experiences that define this city: immersive resorts world-class gaming destinations and hospitality environments that captivate guests from the moment they arrive. Our Las Vegas office is home to a talented multi-disciplinary team working across a variety of markets so while hospitality and gaming are at the heart of this role youll find no shortage of opportunities to contribute to diverse and exciting projects. Were a firm that believes great design goes beyond aesthetics it transforms how people feel connect and experience the world around them. Driven by collaboration fueled by creativity and grounded in a commitment to regenerative design we bring bold ideas to life at every scale.

We are seeking a Project Architect / Team Leader to lead design efforts for our Las Vegas team on hospitality and gaming projects across all phases of design and delivery. (Title is Project Architect for licensed candidates; Team Leader for candidates actively pursuing licensure.) This role is ideal for an experienced designer who combines technical leadership with design vision leading small to medium-scale project scopes and managing teams with varying levels of experience. This individual leads the design process from concept through construction taking responsible control over technical submissions requiring a stamp and seal when licensed.

Experience in the hospitality and gaming market sector is required with demonstrated project involvement on resort hotel and/or casino project types.

What you will be doing:
  • Participate in forming a high-performing project team alongside the Project Manager consistent with established teaming practices
  • Lead the development of design solutions coordination and production efforts on small to medium-scale projects through an iterative collaborative design process
  • Lead client collaboration delivering clear bi-directional feedback between the internal team and client groups
  • Encourage and apply regenerative design approaches to the built social and natural environments
  • Support team member development and growth through thoughtful task assignment
  • Manage collaboration with consultants and contractors to achieve the best design outcomes
  • Identify potential project risks and raise concerns with the Project Manager and Project Executive
  • Participate in the project pursuit process including preparing and reviewing proposal content and participating in interviews
  • Lead code reviews identifying and resolving special code conditions
  • Direct the QA/QC process to ensure its completed fully and on time
  • Lead coordination and engagement with the Specifications team
  • Lead design and validation of building envelope systems
  • Lead communication with the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) as needed
  • Lead construction administration activities alongside other project leaders and on-site staff
  • Maintain responsible control over technical submissions requiring a signature and seal if licensed
  • Take accountability for a complete quality set of architectural documents that meets all contract requirements
  • Proficiently use MS Office Adobe Creative Suite Bluebeam and Revit/BIM 360 with growing familiarity in Rhino Enscape and Lumion
What we look for:
  • 8 years of professional architecture experience with a focus on hospitality and/or gaming projects
  • Professional degree in Architecture ( or )
  • Licensed Architect preferred; actively pursuing licensure required. NCARB a plus. (Candidates who are licensed will be considered for the Project Architect title; candidates actively pursuing licensure will be considered for the Team Leader title.)
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating hospitality and/or gaming design experience with a track record of leading projects through multiple phases
  • Experience managing small teams and supporting team members with varying levels of experience
  • Proven ability to collaborate with consultants contractors and multidisciplinary teams across all phases of project delivery
  • Proficiency in Revit/BIM 360 Adobe Creative Suite Bluebeam and Microsoft Office
  • Working knowledge of visualization and modeling tools such as Rhino Enscape and/or Lumion
  • Strong understanding of building envelope systems codes and permitting/AHJ processes
  • Strong leadership communication and organizational skills
$85000 - $145000 a year
The salary range for this position reflects both the Project Architect (licensed) and Team Leader (non-licensed/pursuing licensure) title levels. Placement within the range will be determined based on licensure status experience and qualifications.
Compensation provided is based on our national range which varies by work location and may also depend on accreditation experience and responsibilities. Our talent management team can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.
Compensation range updated 1/18/2026.
Benefits: Cuningham offers a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance dental insurance vision insurance an employee wellness program life and disability insurance 401k retirement savings plan paid holidays and paid time off.

Why Cuningham

At Cuninghamwebelieve the best work happens when people are supported challenged and connected. Whether collaborating across teams engaging with our communities or shaping meaningful design solutions webringpragmatic creativity and disciplined execution to every project and we support each other through it all.

We nurturean equitablework environment where curiosity is celebrated craft is valued and growth is a team thatbrings low-egoexpertiseand active leadership day-to-dayyoullwork on complex high-stakes projects that demand bold thinking and disciplined delivery.

Cuningham is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the strength diversity brings to the workplace when combined with equity and justice. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race ethnicity color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status age genetic information national origin disability military or veteran status.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience:

Manager


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Cuningham is an architecture, interior design, urban design, and landscape architecture firm. Together, we create enduring experiences for a healthy world.

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