Architect

What do architects do?

Architects design buildings and prepare technical drawings and specifications for their construction. They work on a variety of building types.

Typical Tasks

• Liaising with clients and the construction project team to prepare a design brief
• Producing sketches, designs and detailed drawings both manually or with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software
• Discussing cost estimates
• Preparing project and specification documents for builders and other trades
• Checking on the progress of construction to ensure that specifications are being met