Architecture Jobs

"Creative individuals designing the blueprints for the built world... ."

Every built structure, whether it is a private residence, hotel, office building, or bridge requires the services of a licensed architect. Architects design the exterior look and feel of a structure as well as create the detailed drawings that show how it is to be built. Other duties may include picking materials for construction and orchestrating pre-construction work such as site selection, due diligence and environmental impact studies. Architects must also create specific technical drawings of where the HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical facilities will be placed inside the structure. An architect’s responsibilities will vary depending of the type of project and the owner. In some cases, architects are responsible for hiring the contractor, negotiating bids and serve as the owner’s agent on the project. In other cases the architect and contractor are hired separately with the architect only responsible for design.

Information on this page provided courtesy of Cornell University Program in Real Estate
Information Provided by Cornell University

Professional Reading and Resources

  • "AIArchitect"
  • "Architectural Record"
  • "Architecture Week"
  • "Architecture"
  • "Dwell"
  • "Architectural Review"

Industry Segments

  • Bachelor of Architecture Degree (minimum)
  • Master of Architecture Degree
  • Registered Architect: NAAB accredited degree, Completion of the NCARB Intern Development Program and passing the Architect Registration Examination

Looking to the Future

As in any industry, technology is quickly changing the face of architecture. Design software has replaced the pencil and drawing table. Architects who are up to date on the latest design technology are able to provide their clients with services and options that were not available in the past. Three dimensional computer renderings of buildings and virtual “walk-throughs” before a single brick is laid have become industry standard. It is the ability to master the new technology coupled with the capability to manage projects and deliver them on time and under budget that will set tomorrow’s architect apart.

Top Architecture Companies

  • Gensler
  • NBBJ
  • Perkins Eastman
  • HOK
  • Skidmore Owings & Merrill LLP
  • RTKL


Job Title / Description     Hide Description Company Location Posted
Space Design Analyst
  Ø Job ScopeProduce and maintain CAD floor plans inventory using AutoCAD and lease area measurements using Propidex for regional properties; work with 3rd party design firms as necessary to facilitate the development of space plans for tenants and prospects. Ø Job Responsibili...


Brookfield DC-Washington 2/25/10
Director of Utilities and Engineering
This position will have overall responsibility for the Engineering department (General and HVAC). This will include strategic and forward thinking management of the structure, effeciency and performance of the department. The position will work with the Chief Engineer, Operations team, Property M...


The Bissell Companies NC-Charlotte 2/25/10
Senior Commercial Energy Efficiency Advisor/Auditor
The primary focus of this job family is performing commercial on-site energy analysis of customer premise and equipment operation, determining appropriate programs to assist with maximum efficiencies and providing appropriate program recommendations. This is considered the career level. Fully com...


Progress Energy FL-Saint Petersburg 2/20/10
Head of Architecture
Company Our client is a large owner/developer of commercial real estate in the New York / New Jersey metro area.  This position is based in New Jersey. Responsibilities  The Head of Architecture will be responsible for all of the planning and design aspects of the firm’s deve...


Ferguson Partners IL-Chicago 2/11/10
Project Manager
Civic Builders, a nonprofit real estate developer of charter schools in New York City, seeks an experienced, entrepreneurial Project Manager to help build its growing portfolio.  Through innovative public-private partnerships as well as private development models,  Civic Builders has to...


Civic Builders NY-New York 2/10/10
Director of Development
The Redevelopment Authority is seeking an individual with an extensive knowledge of urban planning and the fundamentals of real estate financing to manage the Development Division, which includes 2 Assistant Directors, 7 Project Managers and 3 administrative staff.  Duties will include:...


Redevelopment Authority of the City of Philadelphia PA-Philadelphia 2/9/10
Director and Sector Leader, Healthcare
Confidential Company:  Internationally Recognized Project Management FirmTitle:  Director and Sector Leader, Healthcare    The Director and Sector Leader in Healthcare will be responsible for building out the company’s healthcare practice.   This...


Confidential NY 2/8/10
Director and Sector Leader, Healthcare
Confidential Company:  Internationally Recognized Project Management FirmTitle:  Director and Sector Leader, Healthcare    The Director and Sector Leader in Healthcare will be responsible for building out the company’s healthcare practice.   This...


Confidential NY 2/5/10
Business Unit Leader - Land Development
Position Description Business Unit Leader – Land Development (Architecture/Urban Design)  CSRS Inc., is seeking a talented and innovative architect/urban designer for a newly created leadership position in our Baton Rouge, Louisiana office.  The Business Unit Leader for ...


CSRS, Inc., Architects & Engineers LA-Baton Rouge 2/4/10
Community Development Director
Money Magazine recently named the City of La Palma as the 16th best small town in America.  Home to approximately 16,000 residents who enjoy the small town character and strong sense of community pride, the City of La Palma is an excellent base from which residents can travel to regional job...


City of La Palma, CA CA-La Palma 2/3/10

Our Job Site Network

All jobs appear on all these sites

BOMA CCIM CMSA CREW Network CoreNet Global GlobeSt.com NAIOP NAREIM NAREIT NMHC PREA SelectLeaders SIOR ULI

Job Categories

Jobs by Sector

Jobs by Location

More Links