{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:38:15.786Z","occupation":{"soc":"17-1011.00","title":"Architects, Except Landscape and Naval","group":"Architecture & Engineering","sector":"54","jobZone":5,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers the full professional practice of licensed architects in formal design firms and organizational settings, from entry-level project support through executive leadership, spanning residential, commercial, institutional, and large-scale complex project environments.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Scale drawings and basic architectural layouts — produce using CAD software under direct supervision on entry-level residential or commercial projects.","Client functional and spatial requirements — gather and document through structured interviews under the guidance of a licensed architect.","Architectural design standards and building codes — recognize and apply basic provisions when preparing preliminary design documents in a professional firm.","Aesthetic representations of proposed structures — draft using desktop publishing and graphics software following established office templates and style guides.","Material specifications and construction details — compile from standard reference sources under senior architect review for straightforward building types.","Construction cost estimates and project timelines — assist in preparing preliminary figures using office-provided spreadsheet tools and historical cost data.","Engineering elements such as structural and mechanical systems — identify and flag for integration into architectural drawings with guidance from project leads.","Technical drawings and design documents — review for completeness and consistency against project briefs under close supervision in a studio environment.","Communication with clients during drawing review meetings — participate by presenting assigned drawing sets and recording feedback under architect oversight.","Analytical and scientific software tools — apply to basic site analysis and performance modeling tasks as directed within a multidisciplinary design team."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Final construction plan sets including aesthetic and technical details — coordinate and produce using CAD software with limited oversight on mid-scale commercial projects.","Client consultation sessions — conduct independently to clarify functional and spatial requirements, documenting outcomes for project team review.","Design specification packages covering materials, color, equipment, and finishes — prepare and assemble for client approval on routine project types within established firm protocols.","Architectural layout plans for structural projects — develop and iterate in response to code, site, and program constraints with periodic senior review.","Specialist consultants including mechanical and electrical engineers — monitor work products and coordinate drawing coordination meetings to ensure design intent is maintained.","Construction drawings and design narratives — write and revise to professional standard, adapting language for technical and non-technical audiences.","Integrated engineering systems within architectural designs — resolve routine conflicts between structural, mechanical, and architectural elements using systems analysis techniques.","Building and construction regulations — apply comprehensively when preparing permit submission packages for mid-complexity projects in multiple jurisdictions.","Project databases and document management software — maintain and update to ensure version control and accessibility across distributed design teams.","Critical design decisions regarding form, program, and structure — evaluate using deductive reasoning and documented decision matrices, escalating complex cases to senior architects."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complete construction document sets for complex, large-scale projects — author and coordinate autonomously, ensuring full integration of all engineering disciplines within the architectural design.","Architectural designs of high aesthetic and technical complexity — develop from concept through construction administration, using advanced CAD and computational design tools.","Client briefing, design review, and approval processes — lead across all project phases, negotiating scope, budget, and schedule trade-offs with confidence and authority.","Non-routine structural and spatial challenges — resolve through original problem-solving, applying inductive and deductive reasoning across unfamiliar building typologies.","Multi-disciplinary specialist teams including structural, mechanical, electrical, and acoustic engineers — direct and evaluate to ensure optimal functional and formal outcomes.","Comprehensive project information packages — prepare covering design rationale, material specifications, regulatory compliance, cost analyses, and construction schedules for diverse stakeholders.","Public safety, accessibility, and sustainability requirements — interpret and integrate proactively into all design decisions across the full project lifecycle.","Procurement and contract documentation — oversee using specialized procurement software, ensuring contractor selection aligns with design quality and project requirements.","Emerging design technologies and construction methodologies — evaluate and selectively adopt to improve design outcomes and office efficiency, sharing findings with the project team.","Complex regulatory and zoning environments — navigate independently, preparing variance applications and presenting design justifications to planning and building authorities."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Firm-wide design vision and architectural standards — define and articulate, establishing a distinctive design culture that guides project teams across all building typologies and scales.","Strategic client relationships with major institutional, governmental, and commercial clients — cultivate and steward, translating high-level organizational goals into transformative architectural briefs.","Organizational project delivery frameworks — design and implement, including document management protocols, CAD and BIM standards, and quality assurance systems across multiple studios.","Junior and mid-level architects and interns — mentor and develop systematically, creating structured learning pathways that accelerate licensure and professional growth.","Cross-disciplinary design and engineering teams on landmark or highly complex projects — lead at program level, resolving systemic conflicts and setting integration strategies.","Architectural innovation agenda — drive by championing new computational tools, sustainable design methodologies, and emerging construction technologies at industry forums and within the organization.","Regulatory, political, and community stakeholder environments — engage authoritatively, shaping public policy discussions and advocating for design excellence and urban quality.","Business development and proposal strategy — lead for major pursuits, directing fee negotiations, team composition, and competitive positioning to win high-profile commissions.","Organizational risk management in design and construction — oversee, establishing policies for legal compliance, professional liability, and contract administration across all active projects.","Long-term organizational capability and market positioning — set direction for, identifying emerging practice areas, forging strategic partnerships, and shaping the firm's multi-year growth strategy."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}