Architecture Job Descriptions
An architect plans, drafts and designs architectural projects. Serving as liaison between all involved parties, he deciphers and brings to life a client's vision. She ensures each project is not only sustainable, but complies with local, state and federal regulations.
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Job Responsibilities
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An architect plans, schedules and coordinates all technical aspects of her projects. She reviews and makes adjustments and approvals during the design phase of her project. She serves as intermediary between all parties involved in a project. She resolves client issues and disputes. She negotiates terms and fees with clients before accepting a project. She designs, draws and drafts the concepts of her project. She consistently updates herself on development in technology.
Job Opportunities
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Chemists are employed by architectural firms, construction companies and property management and development firms. In addition, architects are employed by government agencies. A candidate seeking this type of employment can apply directly to the company or agency for which he would like to work. These roles may also be listed within the classified section of local newspapers. And these roles may be posted on online job search boards such as monster.com, jobs.com and careerbuilder.com. Professional organizations such as the American Institute of Architects provide resources and networking opportunities for candidates seeking to work in the field. Candidates may also find jobs posted on niche industry specific job boards such as architectjobsonline.com and e-architect.com.
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Qualitative Requirements
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To be successful as an architect, a candidate must be able to stand and walk for significant amounts of time. She should also be dexterous, able to climb, balance, stoop and kneel at job sites. She may be required to life heavy objects. She must have good vision. Though she typically will work in an office environment she must be comfortable occasionally working in an industrial or construction environment.
Educational Requirements
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A candidates seeking a role as an architect must possess a four-year degree within architecture, engineering or a related field of study. Many employers prefer candidates to also posses a graduate degree within architecture, engineering or a related field of study.
Average Compensation
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According to Salary.com, in 2009 the average architect working in the United States of America earns an annual base salary of $39,223. The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates the employment of ushers to increase by 18 percent within the decade of 2006 through 2016.
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