Architectural Designer I / II (Hospitality and Gaming)

Job Description

Job Description

At Cuningham, we design environments that shape how people feel, engage, and connect. Our work in hospitality and gaming is rooted in creating thoughtful, high-quality experiences that balance bold creativity with technical precision. Through collaboration and a deep respect for guest experience, we bring spaces to life from the first sketch to the final detail. 

We are seeking an Architectural Designer to join our Las Vegas team and contribute to hospitality and gaming projects across all phases of design and delivery. This role is ideal for a designer who brings curiosity and craft to every challenge, and who is eager to grow within a collaborative, design-driven team. Hospitality experience is required, though our work spans multiple markets and you'll have the opportunity to contribute across a diverse range of project types.

Candidates will be considered for Architectural Designer I or II based on qualifications and experience.  

The Architectural Designer I (non-exempt) will assist in developing design solutions, documentation, and technical coordination under the guidance of project leaders. The Architectural Designer II (exempt) will independently move small to medium portions of project scope forward with minimal supervision, while collaborating closely with project leaders, consultants, and clients — taking ownership of quality within their assigned focus area. 

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

• Develop design solutions across all project phases — from schematic design through construction documents — using sketching, 2D/3D modeling, and computational methods 

• Prepare and participate in client design presentations 

• Document projects through both creative design and technical detailing 

• Coordinate BIM models and documentation internally and with consultants and contractors 

• Participate in construction administration, including on-site observations and verifications 

• Research exterior materials, wall assemblies, waterproofing, and vertical circulation systems 

• Support exterior massing studies, site studies, and interior space planning in collaboration with ID 

• Apply regenerative approaches to design, considering the built, social, and natural environments 

• Collaborate with related disciplines for best design outcomes 

• Architectural Designer II also: leads code review participation, coordinates with the Specifications team, and takes accountability for quality in an assigned project focus area. 

• 2–4 years of professional architectural experience, with hospitality project exposure preferred.  

• Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) 

• Strong design sensibility paired with a solid technical foundation 

• Experience with Revit/BIM 360, Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office; familiarity with Rhino, Enscape, or Lumion a plus 

• Collaborative mindset with clear communication skills across disciplines 

• Curiosity, ambition, and a genuine care for the craft of architecture 

• Openness to working across multiple market types beyond hospitality 

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

We nurture an equitable work environment where curiosity is celebrated, craft is valued, and growth is prioritized. Alongside a team that brings low-ego expertise and active leadership day-to-day, you’ll work on complex, high-stakes projects that demand bold thinking and disciplined delivery.  

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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.