Architects

£49,014

Average salary

Average annual salary UK 2020 | Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings

31 hours

Average weekly hours

Average weekly hours UK 2019 | Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings

0.16%

Unemployment rate

Unemployment rate UK 2020 | Labour Force Survey

Definition: Architects

*SOC Code (Standard Occupational Classification): 2431

Architects plan and design the construction and development of buildings and land areas with regard to functional and aesthetic requirements.

Common tasks include:

liaises with client and other professionals to establish building type, style, cost limitations and landscaping requirements;
studies condition and characteristics of site, taking into account drainage, topsoil, trees, rock formations, etc.;
analyses site survey and advises client on development and construction details and ensures that proposed design blends in with the surrounding area;
prepares detailed scale drawings and specifications for design and construction and submits these for planning approval;
monitors construction work in progress to ensure compliance with specifications.

Qualifications

Entrants require a professional qualification in architecture that will encompass an accredited degree and postgraduate qualification, and at least two years practical experience.

*Introduced in 1990, SOC is a multi-purpose common classification of occupations in UK. Jobs are defined in terms of skill level and skill content, including qualifications, training and work experience.

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Alternative & related job titles: Architects

Architect, landscape Consultant, architectural Architect, chartered Designer, structural Designer, formwork Designer, concrete, reinforced Designer (architectural service) Superintendent (MOD (Air) designs office) Architect Designer, landscape

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