Architecture and science managers
High opportunity occupation
Career Overview
Architecture and science managers:
- Plan, organize and direct the activities of an architecture, landscape architecture, scientific or statistical department, service or firm
- Work for a wide range of private sector and government establishments as well as for architectural firms and scientific research companies
Job Titles
Duties
Architecture and science managers:
- Plan, organize and direct the activities and operations of an architecture, landscape architecture, scientific research and development laboratory or quality control department, service or firm
- Develop and carry out policies, standards and procedures for the architectural, scientific and technical work performed
- Assign, co-ordinate and review the technical work of the department or project teams
- Recruit employees and oversee development and maintenance of staff ability in required areas
- Participate directly in the design, development and inspection of technical projects or in the theoretical or applied scientific work of the department
- Consult and negotiate with clients to prepare specifications, explain proposals or present architectural or scientific research reports and findings
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
1,970% Employed Full Time
87%Work in this field is typically performed in a structured environment, such as an office.
Career Pathways
With experience, progression to senior management positions in the respective fields is possible.
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Occupational Interests
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Education, Training and Skills
- Architecture managers require a degree in architecture, registration as a professional architect and several years of experience as an architect
- Landscape architecture managers require a degree in landscape architecture, licensing as a professional landscape architect and several years of experience as a landscape architect
- Science and other managers in this unit group require a master's or doctoral degree in a scientific discipline and several years of experience in a related scientific discipline
Education programs in B.C.
Skills
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Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Talking to others to share information effectively.
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Being able to solve novel, ill-defined problems in complex, real-world settings.
Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
1,970Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 20 | 1.0% |
| Kootenay | 50 | 2.5% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 1,430 | 72.6% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 30 | 1.5% |
| Northeast | 15 | 0.8% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 110 | 5.6% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 315 | 16.0% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
1,200Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | Not available | Not available |
| Kootenay | 10 | 0.6% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 950 | 1.7% |
| North Coast and Nechako | Not available | Not available |
| Northeast | Not available | Not available |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 70 | 1.9% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 170 | 1.3% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Professional, Scientific and Technical Services | 560 |
| Educational Services | 140 |
| Public Administration | 130 |
| Manufacturing | 100 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 90 |
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