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Architectural Technologist / Technician

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[NOC 2021: 22210/ NOC 2016: 2251]
Job Description

Architectural technologists and technicians help professional architects design, carry out and supervise building projects. You do the following:

  • Help in the development of architectural designs
  • Analyze building codes, bylaws, 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
  • Build architectural, display, and 3-D virtual models of architectural designs
  • Prepare contract and bidding documents

Sources: WorkBC Career Profile for Architectural & Technicians [search Architectural] and Career Cruising [Profile for Architectural Tech]