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Half of all Architects, Except Landscape and Naval in the U.S. earn more than $99,280 a year — the middle 80% land between $62,300 and $161,420. About 106,770 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Architects, Except Landscape and Naval”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Professionals earn about ₹38,298 a month on average — around ₹4.6 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$99,280typical pay / year
106,770people in this work
$161,420+top 10% earn
₹4.6 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Develop construction plans
+Build the federated model using the architectural, structural, and MEP inputs, clash-check for mechanical…
Develop construction plans
+Build the federated model using the architectural, structural, and MEP inputs, clash-check for mechanical penetrations through slabs, quantify materials, and hand the coordinated construction plan set to procurement with a clash report on Friday.
The tools that do the workAdobe Acrobatjob descriptionsO*NET
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Gather information related to projects' environmental sustainability or operational efficiency.
+Collect all sustainability and operational-efficiency data for the Fleet Pier project: pull existing energy…
Gather information related to projects' environmental sustainability or operational efficiency.
+Collect all sustainability and operational-efficiency data for the Fleet Pier project: pull existing energy models, HVAC schedules, material EPDs, maintenance logs and recent fuel-use reports, flag gaps and list missing measurements by Wednesday for the feasibility team.
The tools that do the workAmazon Web Services AWSO*NET
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Calculate potential energy savings by comparing estimated energy consumption of proposed design to baseline standards.
+Run a side-by-side energy comparison for the Harbour Warehouse design: use the proposed model's hourly load…
Calculate potential energy savings by comparing estimated energy consumption of proposed design to baseline standards.
+Run a side-by-side energy comparison for the Harbour Warehouse design: use the proposed model's hourly load estimates against the national baseline, calculate annual kWh and fuel reductions, convert to cost savings and payback years, and deliver results with assumptions by Friday.
The tools that do the workAmazon Web Services AWSO*NET
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Prepare operating and maintenance manuals, studies, or reports.
+Prepare the operating and maintenance manual for Patrol Boat B12: describe scheduled inspections, lubrication…
Prepare operating and maintenance manuals, studies, or reports.
+Prepare the operating and maintenance manual for Patrol Boat B12: describe scheduled inspections, lubrication regimes, spare parts list with part numbers, system diagrams, and step-by-step fault isolation procedures, then produce a publish-ready PDF for the crew by next Tuesday.
The tools that do the workAdobe AcrobatO*NET
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Plan structures
+Develop the structural plan for the Ferry Terminal canopy: produce load paths, connection details, material…
Plan structures
+Develop the structural plan for the Ferry Terminal canopy: produce load paths, connection details, material specifications, and a risk register showing critical assumptions and cost implications, then circulate to structural engineer and procurement lead for review on Monday.
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Use CADD software
+Translate the naval architecture sketches into detailed CADD deliverables for Survey Vessel S7: model hull…
Use CADD software
+Translate the naval architecture sketches into detailed CADD deliverables for Survey Vessel S7: model hull lines, appendages, and internal deck layouts to construction tolerances, generate sections and assembly drawings, then export a coordinated set for fabrication review on Thursday.
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Build all types of boats from pleasure crafts to naval vessels
+Oversee the design and build program for the coastal patrol craft: compile stability calculations, propulsion…
Build all types of boats from pleasure crafts to naval vessels
+Oversee the design and build program for the coastal patrol craft: compile stability calculations, propulsion selection analysis, structural arrangement, cost estimate and procurement schedule, then submit the integrated feasibility report to the naval architect and yard manager by next Friday.
The tools that do the workAmazon Web Services AWSESCO
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Meet with clients to review or discuss architectural drawings.
+Run the client review session for the South Wharf midrise: walk Priya from procurement and Mark the project…
Meet with clients to review or discuss architectural drawings.
+Run the client review session for the South Wharf midrise: walk Priya from procurement and Mark the project architect through the coordinated architectural sheets, flag clashes and cost implications, capture decisions and assign action owners before 4pm Thursday.
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Inspect proposed building sites to determine suitability for construction.
+Survey the proposed East Dock parcel with the site team tomorrow, confirm ground level, access for heavy…
Inspect proposed building sites to determine suitability for construction.
+Survey the proposed East Dock parcel with the site team tomorrow, confirm ground level, access for heavy plant, flood risk and utilities, note any buildability constraints and a high-level cost impact for the feasibility memo to finance by Monday.
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Administer construction contracts.
+Prepare and issue the construction contract package for Block C to procurement and the contractor: include…
Administer construction contracts.
+Prepare and issue the construction contract package for Block C to procurement and the contractor: include scope, BIM deliverables, payment milestones and liquidated damages, note variations process, and request signed return within ten working days.
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Develop marketing materials, proposals, or presentations to generate new work opportunities.
+Draft a three‑slide proposal for the Green Marine Wharf bid: project summary, BIM service offering with…
Develop marketing materials, proposals, or presentations to generate new work opportunities.
+Draft a three‑slide proposal for the Green Marine Wharf bid: project summary, BIM service offering with deliverables and a realistic fee estimate tied to milestones, plus two example images, then send to business development and Sarah by Friday noon.
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Perform predesign services, such as feasibility or environmental impact studies.
+Run a predesign feasibility study for the Riverfront block: test three massing options, assess daylight,…
Perform predesign services, such as feasibility or environmental impact studies.
+Run a predesign feasibility study for the Riverfront block: test three massing options, assess daylight, energy use and stormwater impact, produce a short report with recommended option and preliminary cost estimate for the client review next Wednesday.
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Design or plan construction of green building projects to minimize adverse environmental impact or conserve energy.
+Develop the schematic for the low‑carbon office: set passive strategies, estimate embodied carbon and HVAC…
Design or plan construction of green building projects to minimize adverse environmental impact or conserve energy.
+Develop the schematic for the low‑carbon office: set passive strategies, estimate embodied carbon and HVAC loads, propose PV and BMS integration, then produce a one‑page sustainability summary and lifecycle cost note for the client meeting on Tuesday.
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Ensure vessel compliance with regulations
+Review the ship model, check every compartment and structural member against SOLAS and the flag state rules,…
Ensure vessel compliance with regulations
+Review the ship model, check every compartment and structural member against SOLAS and the flag state rules, list noncompliances with clause citations, estimate required engineering changes and costs, and deliver a compliance report by Wednesday.
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Analyse floating structures
+Check the as-built model for the floating breakwater cluster, run hydrostatic and mooring displacement…
Analyse floating structures
+Check the as-built model for the floating breakwater cluster, run hydrostatic and mooring displacement checks, flag clashes or unsupported members, and produce a two-page issue log for the naval architect and shipyard by Thursday noon.
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Assess financial viability
+Run a cost-per-module estimate for the pontoon array using the current quantity takeoff, include dredging and…
Assess financial viability
+Run a cost-per-module estimate for the pontoon array using the current quantity takeoff, include dredging and towage, calculate net present value at 8% and give a recommendation to the project manager by Friday COB.
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Engineering principles
+Validate the hull and structural member sizing against code load cases, generate a compliance summary noting…
Engineering principles
+Validate the hull and structural member sizing against code load cases, generate a compliance summary noting sections that fail bending or buckling limits, and send the summary to the structural engineer within 48 hours.
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Mechanical engineering
+Detail the mechanical system layout for the ballast and mooring winches, list motor ratings, shafting…
Mechanical engineering
+Detail the mechanical system layout for the ballast and mooring winches, list motor ratings, shafting arrangements and access routes, then circulate the mechanical package to procurement and the yard by Tuesday.
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Use maritime English
+Convert technical notes into maritime-standard language: use IMO terms, indicate bearings, headings and…
Use maritime English
+Convert technical notes into maritime-standard language: use IMO terms, indicate bearings, headings and waypoints, rewrite the operations section for the captain and towmaster, and deliver the revised brief today.
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Execute feasibility study
+Compile a feasibility study for the floating construction camp: scope, risk register, schedule, preliminary…
Execute feasibility study
+Compile a feasibility study for the floating construction camp: scope, risk register, schedule, preliminary costs, and constructability notes, then produce an executive summary for the client meeting next Wednesday.
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