Architects, except landscape and naval
SOC Code: 17-1011Also known as:
Architect, Building Architect, Building Consultant, Building Information Modeling Specialist (BIM Specialist), Commercial Green Building Architect
Median Annual Salary
$96,690
+3.9% growth (2024-2034)
8K
Openings/Year
124K
Current Jobs
What Architects, except landscape and naval Do
Plan and design structures, such as private residences, office buildings, theaters, factories, and other structural property.
💰 Salary
$96,690
Median annual wage (2024)
📈 Job Growth
+3.9%
As fast as average
🎓 Education
Bachelor's degree
Typical entry-level requirement
🚀 Annual Openings
8K
Projected average per year
📚 On-the-Job Training
Internship/residency
Expected training period
Employment Projections (2024-2034)
Current Employment (2024)
123,600
Projected Employment (2034)
128,400
Related Careers
Construction managers
$106,980 •
+8.7% growth
Landscape architects
$79,660 •
+3.5% growth
Civil engineers
$99,590 •
+5.0% growth
Interior designers
$63,490 •
+3.2% growth
Construction and building inspectors
$72,120 •
-0.8% growth
Top Skills Required
Reading Comprehension
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Operations Analysis
Active Listening
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
- Develop final construction plans that include aesthetic representations of the structure or details for its construction.
- Prepare scale drawings or architectural designs, using computer-aided design or other tools.
- Prepare information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, or construction time.
- Consult with clients to determine functional or spatial requirements of structures.
- Meet with clients to review or discuss architectural drawings.
- Monitor the work of specialists, such as electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, interior designers, or sound specialists to ensure optimal form or function of designs or final structures.
- Integrate engineering elements into unified architectural designs.
- Plan layouts of structural architectural projects.
- Conduct periodic on-site observations of construction work to monitor compliance with plans.
- Prepare contract documents for building contractors.
Technology & Tools
📚 Entry-Level Education
Bachelor's degree
Most common requirement
🎯 Recommended Education
Bachelor's Degree
O*NET recommended level
Degree Programs for Architects, except landscape and naval
These degree programs can prepare you for a career as a architects, except landscape and naval:
Architecture
4,504 degrees awarded •
105 colleges offer this program
Environmental Design/Architecture
658 degrees awarded •
38 colleges offer this program
Architectural History and Criticism, General
123 degrees awarded •
18 colleges offer this program
Best Colleges for Becoming a Architects, except landscape and naval
Ranked by Repit grade, then by degrees in related programs. These are the top-rated colleges that prepare students to become architects, except landscape and naval.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do architects, except landscape and naval make?
The median annual salary for architects, except landscape and naval is $96,690.
What education do architects, except landscape and naval need?
Most architects, except landscape and naval positions require a bachelor's degree.
Common degree programs include Architecture, Environmental Design/Architecture, Architectural History and Criticism, General.
Is becoming a architects, except landscape and naval a good career choice?
Architects, except landscape and naval is projected to see +3.9% job growth from 2024 to 2034,
which is about average for all occupations. With approximately 7,800 job openings expected annually,
there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for architects, except landscape and naval?
Top colleges for aspiring architects, except landscape and naval include
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, University of California-Los Angeles, University of Florida, University of California-Berkeley, University of Virginia-Main Campus.
These schools are ranked based on their Repit grade and the number of graduates in related programs.
What other job titles are similar to architects, except landscape and naval?
Architects, except landscape and naval may also be known as: Architect, Building Architect, Building Consultant, Building Information Modeling Specialist (BIM Specialist), Commercial Green Building Architect, Commercial Green Building Designer, Commercial Green Retrofit Architect, Design Architect, Facilities Planner, Facility Designer, Green Building Architect, Green Building Design Specialist, Green Building Materials Designer, Healthcare Project Architect, Home Designer, House Designer, Interior Architect, Licensed Architect, Location Analyst, Location Man.
These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.