Project Architect – Themed Entertainment, Attraction Design

Cuningham

Senior Project Interior Designer at Cuningham leading complex, experience-driven projects in themed entertainment and hospitality. Collaborating across teams to translate bold ideas into cohesive, guest-centered environments.

Posted 5/18/2026full-timeOrlando • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $105,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the architectural design process across all project phases
Develop and document creative, technically sound design solutions aligned with project goals and governing codes
Lead medium to large-scale project scopes and support teams with varying experience levels
Collaborate closely with clients, creatives, consultants, contractors, and internal project teams
Coordinate multidisciplinary efforts to achieve the best design outcomes
Lead technical coordination, code review, QA/QC processes, and construction documentation
Support envelope design validation and technical detailing
Participate in construction administration activities, site observations, and issue resolution
Help identify project risks and communicate proactively with project leadership
Participate in project pursuits, proposals, interviews, and presentations
Mentor and support the growth of team members through thoughtful leadership and collaboration
Maintain responsible control over technical submissions and signed/sealed documents where required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or master's degree in architecture or related field
Licensed Architect preferred; candidates not yet licensed may be considered for a Team Leader title based on experience and qualifications
8–15 years of professional architectural experience, with significant exposure to themed entertainment, hospitality, experiential design, attraction design, retail entertainment, cultural projects, or immersive environments
Strong understanding of story-driven design and how architecture supports guest experience, emotional engagement, operational flow, and immersive placemaking
Experience collaborating closely with creative directors, show set designers, producers, and technical disciplines to translate narrative concepts into buildable environments
Proven ability to lead projects through all phases of design and delivery, including concept development, design documentation, consultant coordination, QA/QC, permitting, and construction administration
Strong technical knowledge of building systems, constructability, envelope detailing, consultant coordination, and code compliance
Experience coordinating with specialty vendors, fabricators, scenic elements, lighting, media integration, and show systems preferred
Proficiency in Revit/BIM 360, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office; working knowledge of Rhino, Enscape, and Lumion preferred
Strong communication, presentation, and team leadership skills with the ability to work effectively in highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environments
Experience mentoring junior staff and contributing to a positive, design-driven office culture
Ability to manage multiple fast-paced projects while maintaining high design quality and attention to detail
Passion for themed entertainment, immersive storytelling, guest experience, and experiential design innovation

Benefits

Comp & perks

health insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
an employee wellness program
life and disability insurance
401k retirement savings plan
paid holidays
paid time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

architectural designdesign documentationtechnical coordinationcode compliancebuilding systemsconstructabilityenvelope detailingproject managementQA/QCpermitting

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationcollaborationmentoringpresentationproblem-solvingattention to detailteamworkproactive communicationtime management

Certifications

Licensed ArchitectBachelor’s degree in architectureMaster's degree in architecture