Architect
Plan, design, and oversee the construction of buildings.
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- What's it like to be an Architect?
- How to become an Architect
- Latest Architect jobs
- Top skills and experience for Architects
- Architect role reviews
What's it like to be an Architect?
Architects create the blueprint for and manage a construction project. Some projects are designed from scratch, while others are restoration and conservation projects meant for existing buildings. Architects work on different types of structures, like skyscrapers, condominiums, houses, and schools. An Architect must have a comprehensive skill set that includes drawing, mathematics, project management, model making, data analysis, and safety knowledge, among many others. They are expected to be qualified to give both aesthetic and technical advice on projects.
Tasks and duties
- Envisioning and drawing designs using computer-aided design (CAD) applications.
- Keeping up to date with building codes and zoning laws.
- Conducting cost analysis, land, and environmental impact studies of a building project.
- Developing, leading and supervising construction projects onsite.
- Consulting with clients to understand building requirements.
- Securing permits for building projects.
- Conferring with construction teams about project feasibility.
How to become an Architect
To become an Architect, you need to complete a qualification that has been approved by the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM).
- Complete a 3-year undergraduate degree in architecture, architectural design or architectural studies.
- Complete a 2-year postgraduate degree such as a Master of Architecture.
- Gain at least 2 years of practical experience in the industry and submit a Professional Experience Evaluation Report.
- To become a Professional Architect, you will need to complete and pass the LAM Part III Professional Examination for Architects.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Architect employers on Jobstreet are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. SketchUp Software
AutoCAD
Autodesk Revit
Drawing
Architectural Design
Adobe Photoshop
Design Development
Architectural Drawings
Working Drawings
Rendering
3D Modelling
Schematic Design
Lumion Software
Conceptual Thinking
Preparing Tenders
Construction Drawings
Project Design
Project Management
Interior Design
Site Inspections
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Latest Architect reviews
Jun 2023
The Architectural Enigma
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Planning and Design
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationConstruction
The good thingsThe opportunity to design and create something new all the time. A role that requires the individual to be highly skilled and well equipped with all the current new advancements in the industry. A rol...
The challengesSalary and fees that do not reflect the nature and amount of work done. Delays in payments and dealing wth unscrupulous clients and local authorities.
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Nov 2022
One stop centre
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Science
Experience5 – 9 years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationConstruction
The good thingsGood explosion for this roles, able to hand on everything
The challengesTime, fast track project with high technology skill and coordination required
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