• Assist in the development of architectural designs
• Analyze building requirements, 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 co-ordinate, monitor and inspect work done by others.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Architectural assistant
• Architectural design technician
• Architectural design technologist
• Architectural technician
• Architectural technologist
• Registered building technician
• Registered building technologist
• Residential buildings technologist
ASSOCIATED TITLES
• 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.
QUALIFICATIONS
The "best fit" category(ies) in the National Occupational Classification will depend on education, duties, and responsibilities. These categories are suggested to help job seekers and employers get started.
SUGGESTED NOC CATEGORIES:
CAT 2, TEER 2 (22302)
SUGGESTED NOC CATEGORY LINK:
NOC CATEGORIES
Various immigration pathways are available to international job seekers and Canadian employers seeking international talent. For more information, contact us or visit Nova Scotia's immigration website.
Abbreviations used in this section:
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AIP = Atlantic Immigration Program
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FSW = Federal Skilled Worker
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NSNP = Nova Scotia Nominee Program
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On Demand = Occupations must be identified by the provincial or federal government as being in demand (insufficient qualified workers in Canada)
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PNP = Provincial Nominee Program (another name for NSNP)
IMMIGRATION PATHWAYS:
FSW, AIP, PNP (On-demand), On-demand federal
IMMIGRATION PATHWAYS
Dusty, hot, confined spaces, working outdoors
WORKING CONDITIONS