Architect Job Description

• Job Description
  Architects work in the construction industry and are involved with designing new buildings, extensions or alterations to existing buildings, or advising on the restoration and conservation of old properties. They can work on individual buildings or on large redevelopment schemes, and can be responsible for the design of the surrounding landscape.
  
  Architects work closely with their client and users to make sure that projected designs match their needs, and are functional, safe and economical. They usually control a project from start to finish and work with a number of construction professionals, including surveyors and engineers, producing drawings and specifications that the construction team works to.
• - What I dont like about the job
  Because of the importance of working under deadlines, architects must cope with stress and pressure in the office. Those who thrive in such conditions should fare well in the career.
• - What I like about the job
  The different aspects the work brings - drawing, writing letters and emails, site visits, health and safety, etc - no two days are ever the same.
• - Work Hours
  Deadlines are incredibly important to architects. Although a typical 40-hour workweek is not uncommon, pending deadlines can keep architects working nights and weekends, exceeding normal working hours.
• - Who may like this job
  Those who enjoy the many different challenging parts of the role, ranging from sorting out detailing issues, to ensuring the concept of a building is maintained and dealing with disputes on site.
  
  The best thing about working in this sector is creating buildings that could last for decades and helping to make a positive impact on the environment - creating wonderful places and spaces!
• - Salary Range
  Median annual earnings of wage and salary architects were $72,700 in 2009. Recent graduates working on internships will earn much less. Those starting out in private practices will go through a period of time when they are operating at a loss.
• - Qualifications
  Practicing architects must seek registration with the Board of Architects. (www.boa.gov.sg)

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