Architectural Project Manager

• Location: Lacey, WA | Full-Time
• Annual Salary:  $150K–$180K (Depending on Experience)

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

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.

Requirements

• 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.

• 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.
  

Benefits

• Annual Salary:  $150K–$180K (Depending on Experience)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, and short and long-term disability benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off: one week of PTO for full-time employees who have completed one year of employment with I-5 Design, and two weeks of PTO after completion of two or more years of employment
• Paid sick leave: accrual in accordance with state law (1 hour for every 40 hours worked)
• 7 Paid holidays
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
• Opportunity for long-term career growth within a national leader in design-build
• Ability to earn performance bonuses based on strong work ethic, teamwork, and a positive impact on projects – we hope you do

• 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, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy and childbirth), national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Consistent with applicable law, if a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@i5design.com or (800) 459-2967.