Occupation information for Architects, Except Landscape and Naval District Of Columbia

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Plan and design structures, such as private residences, office buildings, theaters, factories, and other structural property.

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Currently Employed: 1,830

Projected Annual Job Openings: 140

Typical Hourly Wage: $38.30 - $65.05

Typical Annual Salary: $79,660 - $135,300

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Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Internship/residency

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Develop final construction plans that include aesthetic representations of the structure or details for its construction.
Prepare scale drawings or architectural designs, using computer-aided design or other tools.
Prepare information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, or construction time.
Consult with clients to determine functional or spatial requirements of structures.
Meet with clients to review or discuss architectural drawings.
Monitor the work of specialists, such as electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, interior designers, or sound specialists to ensure optimal form or function of designs or final structures.
Integrate engineering elements into unified architectural designs.
Plan layouts of structural architectural projects.
Conduct periodic on-site observations of construction work to monitor compliance with plans.
Plan or design structures such as residences, office buildings, theatres, factories, or other structural properties in accordance with environmental, safety, or other regulations.

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