Australian GovernmentStudy Australia

Architects

Architects plan and design buildings, provide concepts, plans, specifications and detailed drawings, negotiate with builders and advise on the procurement of buildings.

What the job involves

  • Obtains advice from clients and management to determine type, style and size of planned buildings and alterations to existing buildings

  • Provides information regarding designs, materials and estimated building times

  • Prepares project documentation, including sketches and scale drawings, and integrates structural, mechanical and aesthetic elements in final designs

  • Writes specifications and contract documents for use by builders and calls tenders on behalf of clients

  • Inspects construction work in progress to ensure compliance with plans, specifications and quality standards