Architecture Designer

Salary

• The average Architectural Designer's salary is $52,985 as of April 26, 2022
• But the salary range typically falls between $46,888 and $59,550
• education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession

Job Prospects/Outlook

• The job growth for architects is projected at one percent between now and 2029
• This is slower than other occupationsAs additional money flows into infrastructure and the economy grows, so will the need for architects
• As additional money flows into infrastructure and the economy grows, so will the need for architects
• if you have specialized experience and additional education or certifications, you'll be more competitive in this field
• People considering a career in architecture should consider which area they wish to pursue and choose specialized training to take them down that path

Perks and Benefits (7 benefits)

• Interesting and creative work
• The field attracts passionate and like-minded people
• It’s a fascinating, fast-paced career
• Greater appreciation and understanding of the cities and buildings around you
• You can make an impact on the city and people around you
• Respected career
• There’s an emphasis on travel

Important skills (Hard Skills)

• Understanding the design process
• Drafting skills
• Knowledge of math and physics in construction
• Computer literacy
• Knowledge of industry laws and code
• Project management
• Business skills
• Knowledge of sustainability

Important Skills (Soft Skills)

• Critical thinking and abstraction
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Administration skills
• Creativity
• Flexibility
• Initiative

Drawbacks

• Work Length: work long hours; approximately 20 percent of architects in 2008 worked 50 hours or more per week
• Coordination: Architects must coordinate design and construction plans with a number of other departments before the plans are finalized
• Economic Influences: Building construction typically occurs when the national economy is healthy and booming. Recessions halt new building construction and reduce the demand for architects to design new structures.
• Educational Requirements: the requirements to be an architect are extensive, and may be cost-prohibitive to some individuals

Type of person this job would appeal to

• You love projects of all kinds
• You have preferences … lots of them
• You stink at math … but don’t care
• You have as much passion for people as you do for buildings
• You have as much passion for environments as you do for people
• You can be both a Generalist and a Specialist
• You actively design everything
• You are willing to sacrifice something
• You are determined
• You are inspired by your teachers and mentors

Education required

• Bachelor's degree in architecture.
• A portfolio of completed designs (Projects)
• Excellent technical skills, particularly with CAD software
• Strong creative design and time management skills
• Good customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Good math skills

Am I a Match

Compatibility survey results

I chose this job because it requires all the things I am good at which are math, drafting skills, communication skills, project skills, designing buildings, and so on