Architectural Designer (Design Firm: Client)
けんちくせっけいしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job that plans the design, structure, and specifications of buildings taking into account customer needs and legal regulations, handling everything from drawing creation to design supervision.
Description
Architectural Designers (Design Firm: Client) comprehensively plan the design, structure, and equipment of buildings, considering clients' needs and legal constraints. They manage quality, cost, and schedule through the entire process from basic design to detailed design, applications to relevant agencies, and construction supervision. They perform a wide range of tasks such as drawing creation using CAD and BIM, structural calculations, environmentally considerate design, and preparation of presentation materials. Coordination skills with various professionals and clients, as well as a continuous learning attitude toward the latest technologies and regulations, are required.
Future Outlook
With the increase in demand for urban redevelopment and energy-saving/environmentally considerate designs, the need for designers capable of handling BIM and sustainable architecture is expected to grow.
Personality Traits
Attention to Detail / Creative / Excellent Communication Skills / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Client Site Assignment / Design Office Employment / Flexitime / Remote / Team-based
Career Path
Assistant Designer → Design Officer → Senior Designer → Project Leader → Design Department Manager
Required Skills
Architectural Regulations Knowledge / Basics of Structural Calculation / CAD Operation / Design Planning / Presentation Skills
Recommended Skills
3D Modeling (SketchUp etc.) / BIM / English Drawing Reading / Environmentally Considerate Design / Presentation Material Creation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it is necessary to analyze structures and regulations and reflect them in the design. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the accuracy of drawings directly affects quality. |
| Communication Skills | Because coordination with customers and stakeholders is frequent. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because original design proposals are required. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to adjust constraints and derive solutions. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly desk work. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Exam
- First-Class Architect
- Second-Class Architect
- Wooden Architect
Aliases
- Architect
- Architectural Architect
- Architectural Designer
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