Who is a Building architects?

Job Title ( International classification ):

Building architects

ISCO Code:

2161

Job Description:

Building architects design commercial, industrial, institutional, residential and recreational buildings and plan and monitor their construction, maintenance and rehabilitation.

Tasks:

Main Tasks include -

(a) developing new or improved architectural theories and methods
(b) inspecting sites and consulting clients, management and other stakeholders to determine type, style and size of proposed buildings and alterations to existing buildings
(c) providing information regarding designs, materials and estimated building times
(d) preparing project documentation, including sketches and scale drawings, and integrating structural, mechanical and aesthetic elements in final designs
(e) writing specifications and contract documents for use by builders and calling tenders on behalf of clients
(f) making necessary contacts to ensure feasibility of projects regarding style, cost, timing, and compliance with regulations
(g) identifying and finding best solutions for problems regarding function and quality of interior environments of buildings and making necessary designs, drawings and plans
(h) monitoring construction or rehabilitation work to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards
(i) maintaining technical liaison and consultancy with other relevant specialists. Examples of the occupations classified here:

Inclusions:

Examples of the occupations classified here:
- Building architect
- Interior architect

Exclusions:

Some related occupations classified elsewhere:
- Landscape architect - 2162
- Interior decorator - 3432
- Interior designer - 3432

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