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This Pod was created by Niamh Broderick and is about a job as an Architect from the Building and Construction industry sector.
Background to the Pod: Paul works for Matthew Montague Architects in Derby and he enjoys designing inspirational buildings. He enjoys the fact that he meets so many different people in his job from Brick Layers to Chief Executives.
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Architects work in the construction industry designing new buildings, restoring and conserving old buildings and developing new ways of using existing buildings. They are involved in construction projects from the earliest stages right through to completion.
Their work includes:
preparing and presenting design proposals to clients.
advising clients.
producing detailed drawings.
negotiating with contractors and other professionals.
attending regular meetings with clients, contractors and other specialists.
co-ordinating the work of contractors.
making site visits to check on progress.
dealing with problems that might come up during building.
Architects usually work 9am to 5pm from Monday to Friday. Most architects' work is office-based, although some time is spent visiting clients and sites.
Salaries may range from around £25,000 a year up to £100,000 or more for partners and directors.
An architect should:
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.
Architects work in private architectural practices across the UK. Other employers include government, construction companies and organisations such as retailers and manufacturers.
To become a qualified architect it is necessary to complete a degree at a school of architecture, followed by experience in an architect's office. Mature applicants may be accepted for courses without the usual qualifications. The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) offers an alternate training route for office-based candidates.
To practise and use the title 'architect', individuals must register with the Architects Registration Board. This means spending at least seven years in training and higher education.
In the private sector, a newly-qualified architect would generally join a practice as a salaried employee. With experience, they might become an associate, and eventually a partner. In the public sector, architects may progress to senior or principal architect. Experienced architects in any sector can set up their own architectural practice.
Qualifications
Two A levels, with at least five GCSEs (A-C). GCSE, including Maths, English language and a separate science or a double science award.
Where to get more information about Architect
Architects Registration Board (ARB), 8 Weymouth Street, London W1W 5BU. 020 7580 5861. Website: www.arb.org.uk
CITB-ConstructionSkills, Bircham Newton, King's Lynn, Norfolk PE31 6RH. 01485 577577. Websites: www.citb.co.uk, www.bconstructive.co.uk and www.citbni.org.uk
The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS), 15 Rutland Square, Edinburgh EH1 2BE. 0131 229 7545. Website: www.rias.org.uk
Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), 66 Portland Place, London W1B 1AD. 020 7580 5533. Websites: www.riba.org, www.architecture.com, www.careersinarchitecture.net and www.riba-jobs.com
Royal Society of Architects in Wales (RSAW), Bute Building, King Edward VII Avenue, Cathays Park, Cardiff CF10 3NB. 029 2087 4753. Website: www.architecture-wales.com
Royal Society of Ulster Architects (RSUA), 2 Mount Charles, Belfast BT7 1NZ. 028 9032 3760. Website: www.rsua.org.uk
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