Architectural Technologist

Typical Salary

£20,000 To £60,000

Typical Hours

43 to 45 a week

evenings away from home

How To Become a Architectural Technologist

You can get into this job through:

a university course
an apprenticeship
working towards this role

College / University

You can qualify as an architectural technologist by taking a degree approved by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists.

1 or 2 A levels, or equivalent, for a foundation degree or higher national diploma

2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree

Apprenticeship

You may be able to start an architectural assistant degree apprenticeship with a company.

4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A levels, or equivalent, for a degree apprenticeship

Routes into this Career

Employers may take you on as a trainee if you have 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and 2 A levels, in subjects like maths, science, IT and technology.

They may accept equivalent qualifications in engineering or construction, for example the Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Constructing the Built Environment. Level 3 courses in 3D design could also be useful.

Other Routes

Other Routes are not listed for this job.

Skills And Knowledge

You'll need:

design skills and knowledge
knowledge of building and construction
to be thorough and pay attention to detail
knowledge of engineering science and technology
knowledge of English language
the ability to work well with others
the ability to use your initiative
ambition and a desire to succeed
to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

Day To Day Tasks

You could:

assess clients' needs and plan work
collect and read technical data
create building plans using CAD software
check construction plans for possible design problems
lead the design process and team
advise clients on environmental and legal regulations
manage contract bids and tenders
give advice to clients and the construction team on which materials and processes to use
check progress and inspect completed building work
advise and report on the maintenance and future use of completed building work

Working Environment

You could work on a construction site, in an office, at a client's business or at a client's home.

Career Path & Progression

Once you have at least 2 years' work experience, you can work towards Chartered Membership of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists.

With experience you could move into management, work as a consultant or set up your own practice. You could also work in universities or research.

Volunteering Opportunities

Volunteering Opportunities are not listed for this job.

Tips & Information

Career tips

Any experience you have using computer-aided design or working in the construction industry can help you get into this career.

Professional and industry bodies

When you've completed an approved course you can apply for associate membership of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists. This allows you to complete the professional qualification stage of your training.

Further information

You'll find more details about becoming an architectural technologist through the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists.

Restrictions & Requirements

Restrictions & Requirements are not listed for this job.