Architectural Project Manager – I-5 Design Build Location: Lacey, WA | Full-Time Annual Salary: $150,000 – $175,000 (Depending on Experience)
About I-5 Design Build
I-5 Design Build delivers fully integrated design and construction solutions for high-end hospitality, gaming, restaurant, and retail environments nationwide. Our unique turnkey approach combines award-winning creative design with fast-track construction management, producing distinctive, high-impact environments that meet the highest standards of quality, precision, and efficiency.
As our project demand continues to grow, we are seeking a highly skilled Architectural Project Manager to join our team and help lead the design and delivery of some of the most dynamic and visually impactful environments in the industry.
The Opportunity
As an Architectural Project Manager at I-5, you’ll take the lead in developing fully coordinated architectural designs from concept through construction, collaborating with an experienced in-house design-build team and working on highly customized gaming, hospitality, and F&B projects across the country. This is a rare opportunity to combine creative design leadership with the technical depth required to bring complex environments to life—on time, on budget, and at the highest level of quality.
We are looking for an exceptional design professional who thrives in fast-paced, high-end commercial environments and brings deep experience managing all phases of complex architectural projects.
Key Responsibilities
Lead architectural design development, technical documentation, and construction coordination on multiple concurrent projects.
Manage design coordination between architectural, interior design, structural, MEP, and specialty consultants.
Produce comprehensive, accurate construction documents that meet building codes, jurisdictional requirements, and I-5’s uncompromising standards.
Coordinate code research, permitting, and agency reviews.
Proactively identify and resolve design, technical, and constructability issues.
Collaborate daily with internal estimating, procurement, and construction teams to ensure design intent is fully integrated with cost, schedule, and field execution.
Conduct site visits for existing conditions surveys and support construction phase services.
What We’re Looking For
7+ years of experience managing architectural design for commercial projects with complex scopes.
Background in high-end hospitality, gaming, resort, entertainment, required.
Mastery of Revit (required), AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and related software.
Strong working knowledge of building codes, ADA compliance, life safety, and commercial construction systems.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects on aggressive schedules while maintaining precision and quality.
Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Architectural licensure preferred, but not required.
Ability to travel occasionally for site surveys and project coordination.
Compensation & Benefits
Highly competitive salary: $150,000 – $175,000 (Depending on Experience)
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off and holidays
Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
Opportunity for long-term career growth within a national leader in design-build
Why Join I-5 Design Build?
Be part of a nationally recognized leader in design-build environments for premier gaming, hospitality, and entertainment properties.
Work on high-visibility projects that combine bold creativity with technical precision.
Enjoy the support of a fully integrated, highly experienced in-house team.
Lead projects from concept through construction—not just design, but full project realization.
Thrive in a culture that values quality, innovation, and excellence in every phase of the project.
To apply, please submit your resume and portfolio showcasing your most relevant design and project leadership experience.
I-5 Design Build
I-5 DESIGN BUILD IS THE PREMIER TEAM FOR CREATING EXCEPTIONAL GAMING AND ENTERTAINMENT DESTINATIONS
Over 30 years ago, I-5 Design Build began creating unique, high-impact projects for the retail, gaming, and entertainment industries. Today, I-5 puts this multi-disciplined experience to use in providing turnkey project solutions designed to maximize the impact and draw of gaming and entertainment facilities.
I-5 has worked directly on over 120 gaming locations, including redesigning and remodeling well over 200 individual venues, throughout the United States and Canada. This has provided excellent design and construction solutions for transforming individual venues, gaming spaces, and entire properties.
Our goal is to provide a raving fan customer experience, deliver projects in an enjoyable way, and produce spaces that offer the greatest potential for exceptional returns. This focus has led us to consistent, responsible growth each year since our inception.
