Architects, Except Landscape and Naval
SOC Code: 17-1011
Architects, Except Landscape and Navals develop final construction plans that include aesthetic representations of the structure or details for its construction. This career typically requires extensive preparation (4+ years). With an AI-proof score of 87.4/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Reading Comprehension, Critical Thinking, Judgment and Decision Making.
AI-Proof Score: 87.4 — Very High
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Median Salary
$96,690
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Job Growth
3.9%
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Training Time
Extensive preparation (4+ years)
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Job Zone
Zone 5 / 5
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Training Cost
~$80,000
Key Skills
- •Reading Comprehension
- •Critical Thinking
- •Judgment and Decision Making
- •Operations Analysis
- •Monitoring
- •Active Listening
- •Complex Problem Solving
- •Mathematics
- •Active Learning
- •Writing
Common Tasks
- ✓Develop final construction plans that include aesthetic representations of the structure or details for its construction.
- ✓Prepare scale drawings or architectural designs, using computer-aided design or other tools.
- ✓Prepare information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, or construction time.
- ✓Consult with clients to determine functional or spatial requirements of structures.
- ✓Meet with clients to review or discuss architectural drawings.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation