Architect job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of an Architect job summary
Our residential design firm is looking for a Lead Architect to manage our contract design department. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating, evaluating and manipulating designs to meet the needs of our clientele. We focus on energy-efficient designs, so we’re looking for a licensed architect with green building experience. Additionally, the ideal candidate should be open to contributing designs to our online repository of residential blueprints. Such contributions earn commissions in addition to the candidate’s base salary. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to join a growing team of dedicated architects, we’re interested in meeting with you.
Architect responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Create architectural designs based on customer input and feedback
- Prepare and execute client contracts pursuant to specific consultations
- Adjust contracts and designs to meet the changing needs of clients
- Draft designs that reflect green building values and cater to our clients’ desires for smaller carbon footprints
- Adhere to all industry standards in design
- Communicate with contractors and construction workers to implement designs
- Oversee and manage architectural production staff
Architect qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- 6+ years’ experience working in residential architectural design
- Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Design or related field (M.Arch preferred)
- Registration with NCARB
- Extensive experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with Revit software highly desirable
- Working knowledge of VectorWorks
- Advanced communication skills
- Willingness to travel within 100-Km radius