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Career Typical Tasks

Daily Tasks
Administer construction contracts.
Conduct periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with plans.
Consult with client to determine functional and spatial requirements of structure.
Direct activities of workers engaged in preparing drawings and specification documents.
Integrate engineering element into unified design.
Plan layout of project.
Prepare contract documents for building contractors.
Prepare information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, or construction time.
Prepare operating and maintenance manuals, studies, and reports.
Prepare scale drawings.
Represent client in obtaining bids and awarding construction contracts.

Daily Work Activities
Advise clients or customers.
Analyze scientific research data or investigative findings.
Use creativity in graphics.
Use drafting or mechanical drawing techniques.
Use field notes in technical drawings.
Use government regulations.
Use graphic arts techniques.
Use land surveying techniques.
Use knowledge of regulations in surveying or construction activities.
Use scientific research methodology.
Use technical regulations for engineering problems.
Bid engineering, construction or extraction projects.
Communicate technical information.
Direct personnel in support of engineering activities.
Delegate authority for engineering activities.
Design construction projects.
Draw prototypes, plans, or maps to scale.
Estimate cost for engineering projects.
Estimate time needed for project.
Evaluate costs of engineering projects.
Evaluate engineering data.
Evaluate product design.
Explain complex mathematical information.
Interpret aerial photographs.
Understand engineering data or reports.
Interpret maps for architecture, construction, or engineering project.
Understand property documents.
Judge distances.
Lead teams in engineering projects.
Manage contracts.
Coordinate engineering project activities.
Negotiate business contracts.
Advise clients regarding engineering problems.
Estimate time or cost for installation, repair, or construction projects.
Draw maps or charts.
Prepare reports.
Understand construction specifications.
Read blueprints.
Read maps.
Read technical drawings.
Research property records.
Use building or land use regulations.
Resolve engineering or science problems.
Convert design specifications to cost estimates.
Understand government construction contracting regulations.
Use computer aided drafting or design software for design, drafting, modeling, or other engineering tasks.
Use computer graphics design software.
Use computers to enter, access or retrieve data.
Recognize construction industry codes or symbols on blueprints.
Use creativity in designing interior spaces.
Use knowledge of investigation techniques.
Use mathematical or statistical methods to identify or analyze problems.
Use project management techniques.
Use relational database software.
Use spreadsheet software.
Use word processing or desktop publishing software.
Manage contracts.
Use library or online Internet research techniques.
Prepare technical reports or related documentation.
Prepare contract documents.
Make presentations.
Write business project or bid proposals.
Design office layout.
Develop tables depicting data.
Develop or maintain databases.
Develop policies, procedures, methods, or standards.
Obtain information from individuals.
Inspect project operations, or site to determine specification compliance.
Direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff.
Determine specifications.
Analyze technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications.
Inspect facilities or equipment for regulatory compliance.
Consult with customers concerning needs.
Analyze project proposal to determine feasibility, cost, or time.
Plan construction of structures or facilities.
Compute production, construction, or installation specifications.
Analyze spatial data.
Develop plans for programs or projects.
Confer with engineering, technical or manufacturing personnel.

Other Work Activities
Analyzing Data or InformationIdentifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Communicating with Persons Outside OrganizationCommunicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesProviding information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Coordinating the Work and Activities of OthersGetting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Developing and Building TeamsEncouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and EquipmentProviding documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsDeveloping constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with StandardsUsing relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Getting InformationObserving, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or MaterialInspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Interacting With ComputersUsing computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or PeopleAssessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Making Decisions and Solving ProblemsAnalyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkDeveloping specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Scheduling Work and ActivitiesScheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
Thinking CreativelyDeveloping, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Updating and Using Relevant KnowledgeKeeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
     Schools Offering Degrees for
Architects, Except Landscape and Naval
Get Info From New England Institute of TechnologyNew England Institute of TechnologyCampusWarwick, RI 02886
Get Info From Pennsylvania Institute of TechnologyPennsylvania Institute of TechnologyCampusMedia, PA 19063
Get Info From Spencerian CollegeSpencerian CollegeCampusLouisville, KY 40216
Get Info From Spencerian CollegeSpencerian CollegeCampusLexington, KY 40505
Get Info From New School of Architecture and DesignNew School of Architecture and DesignCampusSan Diego, CA 92101
Get Info From Brownson Technical SchoolBrownson Technical SchoolCampusAnaheim, CA 92805

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