Architecture & Construction

Careers involved in designing, planning, building, and maintaining structures.

12 roles
Cluster overview

What this career cluster covers

Careers involved in designing, planning, building, and maintaining structures.

Roles included

12 career roles

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Architect Building Information Modeling (BIM) Specialist Civil Engineer Construction Manager Construction Worker Facade Engineer Geotechnical Engineer Interior Designer +4 more

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Architect

Any
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Designs buildings and other structures, overseeing their construction from concept to completion.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Specialist

Any
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Creates and manages digital 3D models of buildings and infrastructure projects, integrating various data streams for better design, construction, and operation.

Civil Engineer

Science
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Designs, supervises, and manages the construction and maintenance of infrastructure projects like roads, bridges, dams, and buildings.

Construction Manager

Any
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Oversees and manages the day-to-day operations of construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

Construction Worker

Any
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Performs manual labor on construction sites, assisting skilled tradespeople and operating construction equipment.

Facade Engineer

Science
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Designs and oversees the construction of building envelopes (facades), ensuring they are structurally sound, weather-resistant, and energy-efficient.

Geotechnical Engineer

Science
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Investigates the behavior of earth materials (soil and rock) and their impact on construction projects.

Interior Designer

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Plans, designs, and furnishes the interior spaces of buildings to make them functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing.

Quantity Surveyor

Commerce
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Manages all costs relating to building and civil engineering projects, from initial calculations to final figures, aiming to minimize costs and maximize value.

Structural Engineer

Science
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Designs the 'skeleton' of structures, ensuring they are stable, strong, and can withstand various loads and environmental conditions.

Surveyor

Science
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Measures and maps land, water, and sky features, providing data essential for construction, land ownership, and resource management.

Urban Planner

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Develops plans and strategies for the use and development of land in cities and towns, considering social, economic, and environmental factors.