Librarians

£46,407

Average salary

Average annual salary UK 2022 | Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings

40 hours

Average weekly hours

Average weekly hours UK 2022 | Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings

0.95%

Unemployment rate

Unemployment rate UK 2020 | Labour Force Survey

Definition: Architects

*SOC Code (Standard Occupational Classification): 2451

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.

Employment status: Architects

Regional employment: Architects

Future employment: Architects

Top 12 industries: Architects

Alternative & related job titles: Architects

Architect Chartered architect Landscape architect

Equality focus: Architects

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