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Architecture is complicated. At TBE Architects we make designing your next casino resort project look easy because that's all we do. Whether it's a new project, an expansion to your existing casino, or renovations, our team of casino design experts are a ready resource. PROJECT MANAGER - fulltime TBE Architects, an award-winning design firm with over 50 years of experience in hospitality architecture, is seeking a seasoned Architectural Project Manager to join our passionate and collaborative team. Specializing in casinos, hotels, and resorts—with a unique focus on Native American gaming properties—we deliver master planning, architecture, interior design, and construction administration services across North America. If you're looking for a role where your leadership, creativity, and technical expertise can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. What You’ll Do Lead day-to-day communication with clients, consultants, and internal teams Manage and coordinate all phases of design and documentation, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables Oversee consultant teams including structural, MEP, civil, geotechnical, and environmental engineers Facilitate client meetings and presentations, clearly communicating design progress and options Interpret building review comments and integrate them into design solutions that meet client goals Track project budgets, schedules, and profitability Document key decisions and maintain clear communication across all stakeholders Guide and motivate project teams, resolving conflicts and promoting collaboration Administer contracts and interface with local planning and permitting authorities Identify opportunities for internal process improvement and innovation Report directly to firm leadership What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field (Architects or Engineers preferred) Architectural license preferred, or a clear path toward licensure 10+ years of experience in design and construction supervision Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills Excellent verbal, written, and digital communication abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and PowerPoint Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure Willingness to travel (approximately 25%) for client and contractor meetings Why Join TBE Architects? Be part of a mid-sized, nationally recognized firm where your voice matters Work on exciting, large-scale hospitality projects that make a difference Collaborate with a supportive, experienced team that values creativity and growth Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for leadership and advancement Ready to lead impactful projects and shape unforgettable spaces? Submit your resume, portfolio, and references to join our team. return to Careers page to apply

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TBE Architects is honored to have worked on over 400 hotel projects and over 300 casino projects. Clients include Caesars, Churchill Downs, Delaware North, Hilton, and 121 Native American Tribes and First Nations. At TBE Architects, our designs are as varied as the clients that partner with us. Since 1971, our firm has had the honor of working with national and internationally recognized brands such as Caesars, Churchill Downs, Delaware North Co, Harrah's, Hilton, Hyatt, Jacobs Entertainment, and 123 Native-American Tribes and First Nations. Throughout our firm, each employee shares a common goal: To fuse the talents of our team with the needs of the client; designing architectural experiences that are fresh, exciting, appropriately themed, efficient, and fully functional. Tribal Gaming & Hospitality As a Native American-Founded (Cherokee) architecture and design firm, we recognize the tremendous opportunity and honor that we have to partner with Tribal Councils and Business Committees throughout North America. Our primary goals are to design spaces that: Strengthen Tribal Sovereignty through economic independence, Respectfully represent elements of a unique heritage and cultures, and Improve the quality of life for Native people and the surrounding communities. Commercial Gaming & Hospitality Our design experience extends back to 1971 and includes a mix of entertainment projects, including: riverboat casinos, racinos, and a wide variety of themed destination resorts. Our success as a gaming and hospitality design firm can be attributed to the following factors: Every architect and designer in our firm specializes in gaming & hospitality design, We understand the locals market, We listen to our clients and deliver designs that meet their needs, Our projects are designed with a high priority placed first on functionality & efficiency, and Our Principals and Project managers are relationship builders. Client Testimonies Our clients love us and we are sure that you will too. Here's what some of our clients have said: "The entire story of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation is in this room!" -President Bernadine Burnette | We-Ko-Pa Casino "Thank you for an amazing experience. I admire you and your staff for bringing beauty back into our casino with your work." - Ann Marie Antone | Harrah's Ak-Chin "You guys are certainly hitting home runs so far- keep it up!" - J. Todd Stewart | Coushatta Casino Resort These are just a few reasons why TBE Architects has become a well-known hospitality and casino design firm and why 80% of our projects are with return clients.

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< Back Coushatta Tribe Announces Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Resort Expansions 3/8, 2024- Indian Gaming Magazine KINDER, LA – Chairman Jonathan Cernek, members of the Coushatta Tribal Council and Coushatta Casino Resort General Manager Todd Stewart will be joined by principals from TBE Architects, Yates Construction and the Wenaha Group to participate in a groundbreaking ceremony at 10:00am on Wednesday, March 20. The ceremony will be held at the Seven Clans statue, located in the sculpture garden in front of Seven Clans Hotel. During the festivities, Coushatta tribal dancers and drummers will perform a short program with a cake-cutting to follow. The public is invited to attend. This groundbreaking will officially mark the beginning of construction on the resort’s newest series of upgrades and expansions, which begins with building a new eight-story, 204-room luxury hotel with 100 suites. The expansion will increase capacity at Coushatta Casino Resort to over 1,000 rooms and will create additional employment opportunities for the region. “As construction commences, we are excited about all the new venues and upgrades that we will be able to offer our guests, starting with this new hotel,” said Tribal Chairman Jonathan Cernek. “Our goal is to offer our players an elevated gaming experience and that includes top-quality lodgings and high-end dining options. The Coushatta Tribe is leading the way in building an unsurpassed resort destination, both in the local market and in the entire region.” Link to article here. Previous Next

< Back Rock & Brews Opening at Indigo Sky Casino & Resort 5/15, 2025- Indian Gaming Magazine Join us for an unforgettable experience at the Rock & Brews Grand Opening at Indigo Sky Casino & Resort in Wyandotte, OK. On June 26th, witness the ribbon cutting ceremony with legendary KISS Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, Gene Simmons, the Co-Founder of Rock and Brews. General Manager of Indigo Sky, Melanie Heskett, and Tribal Chief Glenna Wallace will make opening remarks about this exciting celebration that starts at 1pm. Don't miss the free live show, in the evening, that will surely rock your world! Come and be a part of history in the making at Indigo Sky Casino & Resort! Read the entire article at IndianGaming.com Previous Next

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Over 53 years of Casino Design experience and partnerships with 123 Tribes and First Nations and reputable brands including Caesar's Entertainment, Churchill Downs, Delaware North, Hilton, and Jacobs Entertainment. TBE Architects is a specialty firm that creates memorable and iconic casino and resort designs. Project Name This is your Project description. Provide a brief summary to help visitors understand the context and background of your work. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start. Project Name This is your Project description. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start. Project Name This is your Project description. Provide a brief summary to help visitors understand the context and background of your work. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start.

< Back 4 Bears Casino & Lodge 12/9/2024- Kraus-Anderson + TBE Architects As the temperatures begin to drop, the hotel tower at 4 Bears Casino Lodge, in New Town, North Dakota, continues to rise and take shape. Seeing our designs transform a location, and energize our clients, is the result of the TBE commitment to responsive design. We strive for our work to reflect the vision, legacy, and expected ROI for the many Tribes and First Nations we work with. Previous Next

< Back TBE Architects Makes the 2024 BD+C Giants 400 3/04, 2025- BD+C BD+C's 2024 Giants 400 rankings have positioned us as a leading architectural firm nationwide. We are proud to rank #8 in the Top Casino Architects category, #31 in Top Hospitality Facility Architects, #64 in Top Hotel and Resort Architect Firms, #183 in Top Architect Firms overall, and #94 in Top Restaurant Architecture Firms. This prestigious survey showcases over 130 AEC firms across 25 building sectors and specialty categories, reaffirming our commitment to excellence in design and construction. Thank you to our dedicated team for helping us achieve these remarkable rankings. Check out all the firms and sectors. Previous Next