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Occupational Report for Architects, Except Landscape and Naval (17-1011) , Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description

Plan and design structures, such as private residences, office buildings, theaters, factories, and other structural property.

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Architects, Except Landscape and Naval
Employment Outlook for Architects, Except Landscape and Naval
Statewide Employment Analysis 2008 employment is estimated to be somewhat larger than the regional average. This occupation is expected to grow at a somewhat faster rate than the regional average. Total job openings are projected to be somewhat higher than the regional average.

Reasonable employment opportunities exist for trained workers.

Data Sources and Limitations
Current Employment Department Job Openings for Architects, Except Landscape and Naval There are no openings for this occupation.
Job Openings from the Web for Architects, Except Landscape and Naval There are no openings for this occupation.
State of Oregon License Information for Architects, Except Landscape and Naval
License License Authority Web Site
Architects orbae.com/orbae/index.php
Wages for Architects, Except Landscape and Naval
Region ---------------- 2010 Wages ----------------
Percentiles (hourly wages) Avg
Hourly
($/hr)
Avg
Annual
10th 25th 50th
(median)
75th 90th
Oregon Statewide $17.60 $23.05 $31.36 $41.53 $49.60 $33.68 $70,046
Multnomah / Washington 17.21 22.99 31.80 41.61 49.61 33.67 70,021
Lane 12.65 25.70 30.26 42.65 48.37 31.84 66,224
Coos / Curry 19.37 22.37 26.59 30.92 36.34 29.17 60,663
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 21.20 23.73 36.91 45.94 54.68 36.01 74,909
Clackamas 21.02 23.08 27.67 41.26 47.04 30.87 64,208
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Regional Employment Projections for Architects, Except Landscape and Naval
Region Employment Change % Change Projected Annual Openings
2008 2018 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 1,970 2,257 287 14.6% 29 36 64
Multnomah / Washington 1,704 2,038 334 19.6% 33 32 65
Lane 135 152 17 12.6% 2 2 4
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 97 112 15 15.5% 2 2 3
Clackamas 74 85 11 14.9% 1 1 2
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 59 66 7 11.9% 1 1 2
Jackson / Josephine 23 26 3 13.0% 0 0 1
Coos / Curry 19 21 2 10.5% 0 0 1
Clatsop / Columbia / Tillamook 10 12 2 20.0% 0 0 0
Benton / Lincoln / Linn 8 9 1 12.5% 0 0 0
Douglas 3 3 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Klamath / Lake 2 4 2 100.0% 0 0 0
Gilliam / Hood River / Sherman / Wheeler / Wasco 1 1 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Baker / Union / Wallowa 1 1 0 0.0% 0 0 0

Replacement openings are caused by existing workers permanently leaving their occupation. Many additional job openings occur due to job changes within occupations.
Data Sources and Limitations
Industries of Employment for Architects, Except Landscape and Naval
Industry
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Ownership 2008
Employment
Total, All Industries All 1,970
Total, All Industries Private 1,948
Construction Private 60
Construction of Buildings Private 51
Residential Building Construction Private 36
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Private 1,871
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services Private 1,866
Educational Requirements for Architects, Except Landscape and Naval Workers must have a bachelor's degree to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with a master's degree have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
Skills for Architects, Except Landscape and Naval
  • Apply Basic Engineering Principles
  • Apply Drafting And Mechanical Drawing Knowledge And Techniques
  • Apply Field Notes To Detailed Technical Drawings
  • Apply Graphic Arts Techniques
  • Apply Knowledge Of Building Materials
  • Apply Knowledge Of Construction Techniques
  • Apply Structural And Safety Principles To Buildings And Other Construction Projects
  • Apply Urban Design Theory
  • Design And Lay Out Construction Projects
  • Design Interior Spaces
  • Draw Prototypes And Plans To Scale
  • Interpret Computerized Data And Reports
  • Interpret Maps For Architecture, Construction And Civil Engineering
  • Interpret Property Documents
  • Make Presentations
  • Monitor Construction Projects To Ensure Compliance With Plans
  • Obtain Information From Clients, Customers, Patients Or Others
  • Prepare Cost Estimates For Construction Related Projects
  • Read Blueprints And Technical Drawings
  • Research And Apply Land Use Regulations
  • Research Property Records
  • Translate Design Specifications To Cost Estimates
  • Use Algebra
  • Use Computer Aided Drafting Software
  • Use Computer Design And Graphics Software
  • Use Construction Industry Codes And Symbols On Blueprints
  • Use Geometry
  • Use Project Management Techniques
  • Use Trigonometry
  • Visualize Spatial Relationships In Construction And Mapping
  • Work As A Team Member
  • Write Project Or Bid Proposals
Schools and Training Providers for Architects, Except Landscape and Naval The training providers listed below offer programs related to this occupation. This information is updated once per year. Anyone interested in a particular program should check with the training institution regarding its availability. Listing these training providers does not necessarily constitute or imply their endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the State of Oregon.

Portland State University
724 SW Harrison
Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503) 725-4433
Programs of Training:
University of Oregon
110 Johnson Hall
Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: (541) 346-3014
Programs of Training:
Career Pathway Roadmaps for Architects, Except Landscape and Naval No Career Pathway links were found for this occupation.
Related Occupations The scores listed below indicates how closely the skills for Architects, Except Landscape and Naval matches the occupation in the list. A score of 100% means the occupations have identical skill sets. A maximum of 10 occupations are displayed below.
Occupation Skill Overlap
Landscape Architects 69%
Architectural And Civil Drafters 36%
Civil Engineering Technicians 31%