Senior Project Architect

JACK Entertainment•Cleveland, OH

22h

About The Position

The Senior Project Architect will possess deep expertise in hospitality design, particularly restaurants, bars, gaming environments, and entertainment venues. This role involves translating ideas into compelling visual concepts using advanced CAD, 3D modeling, rendering, and AI-driven visualization tools. The architect will collaborate with external firms, guiding projects from concept through design documentation. While property teams handle on-site construction, this role will support consultant selection, contractor bidding, and construction oversight to ensure design vision is executed. The Senior Project Architect will work closely with executive leadership, property teams, and external consultants to create innovative, memorable, and operationally successful environments that elevate the guest experience and support the company’s long-term growth objectives.

Requirements

Must be able to work independently
Must be able to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time (4 hours)
Must be able work at a fast pace and in stressful situations
Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate effectively
Must be able to maneuver throughout all areas of the property and from floor to floor either by stairways (minimum of 20 steps) or escalator
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with property and Home office team members and external partners
Must be able to maneuver to all areas of the casino
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
Strong knowledge of building codes
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Expert-level proficiency with AutoCAD and related design platforms.
Advanced experience with 3D modeling, rendering, visualization, and presentation software.
Demonstrated experience utilizing AI tools for design ideation, visualization, rendering, and workflow optimization.
Strong understanding of architectural design, interior design, space planning, materials, and construction documentation.
Working knowledge of project budgeting, procurement, bidding, and project delivery processes.
Experience managing agencies, external vendors, and cross-functional internal teams required.
10+ years of progressive experience in hospitality, gaming, entertainment, commercial, retail, or mixed-use design environments.
Proven experience leading projects from concept through completion.

Nice To Haves

Strong background in restaurant, bar, casino, hotel, and entertainment venue design preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead design strategy and creative direction across gaming, hospitality, entertainment, retail, and commercial projects.
Develop concepts, space plans, renderings, and presentations that enhance guest experience and support business objectives.
Establish and maintain design standards across the portfolio.
Utilize AI and visualization technologies to accelerate design development and improve communication of project concepts.
Partner with external architects, designers, engineers, and consultants from concept through construction documentation.
Serve as the primary internal design authority for capital improvement and development projects.
Collaborate with operations, food and beverage, marketing, and executive leadership to align project goals and design solutions.
Present concepts, recommendations, and project updates to senior leadership.
Lead consultant selection and contractor bidding processes for capital projects.
Assist with project planning, budgeting, scope development, and feasibility reviews.
Support procurement and vendor management efforts while ensuring adherence to project objectives and budgets.
Attend construction meetings as necessary to ensure adherence to approved design concepts.
Conduct site visits and inspections during key phases of construction to verify design intent, material quality, and finish execution.
Collaborate with property teams to resolve design-related issues and maintain project standards.