Architectural Technologists and Technicians
(NOC 2251)
in All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information TechnologyArchitectural technologists and technicians may work independently or provide technical assistance to professional architects and civil design engineers in conducting research, preparing drawings, architectural models, specifications and contracts and in supervising construction projects. Architectural technologists and technicians are employed by architectural and construction firms, and governments.
Job Outlook
Undetermined
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Compared to: All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information Technology
This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent. With a large percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to be a key contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Architectural Technologists and Technicians most commonly work full-time hours. Furthermore, the jobs are typically permanent positions.
The median employment income for 60% of Architectural Technologists and Technicians who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $44,412. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
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MedianN/A
MaximumAnnual Pay
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Minimum$30,001
MedianN/A
MaximumCompared to: All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information Technology
Hourly Pay
$17.69
Minimum$31.35
Median$47.18
MaximumAnnual Pay
$13,568
Minimum$60,422
Median$107,009
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Architectural technologists and technicians may work independently or provide technical assistance to professional architects and civil design engineers in conducting research, preparing drawings, architectural models, specifications and contracts and in supervising construction projects. Architectural technologists and technicians are employed by architectural and construction firms, and governments.
Job duties
Architectural technologists and technicians perform some or all of the following duties:
- Assist in the development of architectural designs.
- Analyze building codes, by-laws, space requirements, site requirements and other technical documents and reports.
- Prepare manual and CAD (computer-assisted design) drawings, specifications, cost estimates and listings of quantities of material from conceptual drawings and instructions.
- Construct architectural and display models, and 3-D virtual models of architectural designs.
- Prepare contract and bidding documents.
- May supervise drafters, technicians and technologists on the architectural team.
- May supervise construction projects and coordinate, monitor and inspect work done by others.
Sample job titles
- architectural assistant
- architectural design technician
- architectural design technologist
- architectural technician
- architectural technologist
- registered building technician
- registered building technologist
- residential buildings technologist
Skills
For these jobs, you should be interested in architecture and design and also have an interest in construction and the various building trades. Grade 12 math and physics are recommended. You should enjoy detailed and precise work. A good imagination and creativity would be helpful. Good communication skills, both written and oral, are important. Computer skills would also be helpful.
Job requirements
- Completion of a two- to three-year college program in architectural technology or a related subject is usually required.
- Certification in architectural technology or in a related field through provincial associations of architectural or engineering/applied science technologists and technicians may be required by employers.
- A period of supervised work experience, usually two years, is required before certification.
Other considerations
Although there are no significant seasonal patterns of unemployment throughout the year, employment levels may vary from year to year as economic conditions change and the amount of construction activity is affected. There is mobility to other related occupations such as drafters, civil engineering technologists and technicians, construction estimators and construction inspectors. Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience
By the numbers
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employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information Technology
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
Compared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Professional Business Services
Construction
Wholesale Trade
Finance, Insurance, Real Estate & Leasing
Other Professional Services
What is the age of Employment?
45-54
35-44
25-34
65+
55-64
Compared to: All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information Technology
35-44
45-54
55-64
25-34
65+
Top levels of education
College certificate or diploma
$50,918 median annual incomeBachelor's degree
$53,537 median annual incomeUniversity advanced certificate or diploma
N/ACompared to: All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information Technology
College certificate or diploma
$52,476 median annual incomeBachelor's degree
$58,011 median annual incomeHigh school
$35,125 median annual incomeMaster's degree
$37,706 median annual incomeTrades certificate
$54,923 median annual incomeEducation & training
Architectural engineering technology/technician
This program is typically offered at the trades/college level.This instructional program class includes any program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of architects, engineers and planners engaged in designing and developing buildings, urban complexes, and related systems. These programs include courses in design testing procedures, building site analysis, model building and computer graphics, engineering drawing, structural systems testing, analysis of prototype mechanical and interior systems, test equipment operation and maintenance, and report preparation.
Institutions providing this program
80 Mawiomi Place
Dartmouth, NS B2Y 0A5
(902) 491-1100
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