Architect

• Creating building designs and highly detailed drawings both by hand and by using specialist computer-aided design (CAD) applications
• Liaising with construction professionals about the feasibility of potential projects
• Working around constraining factors such as town planning legislation, environmental impact and project budget
• Working closely with a team of other professionals such as building service engineers, construction managers, quantity surveyors and architectural technologists
• Applying for planning permission and advice from governmental new build and legal departments
• Writing and presenting reports, proposals, applications and contracts
• Specifying the requirements for the project
• Adapting plans according to circumstances and resolving any problems that may arise during construction
• Playing a part in project and team management
• Travelling regularly to building sites, proposed locations and client meetings

• Have strong visual awareness and an eye for detail
• Have good drawing skills, with the ability to work in three dimensions (3D)
• Be inventive and imaginative
• Be passionate about buildings and the built environment
• Care about people and the environment

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• High levels of creativity and imagination
• A keen interest in the built environment and the dedication to see projects through to their conclusion
• Willingness to work long hours, under time and budget pressure
• Excellent design and drafting skills and proficiency with computer-aided design (CAD)
• A keen eye for detail, as well as the ability to see the bigger picture of a project
• Organizational, project management and planning skills, including the ability to juggle multiple tasks

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