Architectural technologists and technicians
Architectural technologists and technicians may work independently or provide technical assistance to professional architects and civil design engineers in conducting research, preparing drawings, architectural models, specifications and contracts and in supervising construction projects.
Moderate
Market Demand
TEER 2
Skill Level
AB, MB, SK
Top Provinces
What They Do
- Assist in the development of architectural designs
- Analyze building codes, by-laws, space requirements, site requirements and other technical documents and reports
- Prepare manual and computer-assisted design (CAD) drawings, specifications, cost estimates and listings of quantities of material from conceptual drawings and instructions
- Construct architectural and display models, and 3-D virtual models of architectural designs
- Prepare contract and bidding documents
- May supervise drafters, technicians and technologists on the architectural team
- May supervise construction projects and coordinate, monitor and inspect work done by others.
Qualifications
- checkCompletion of a two- to three-year college program in architectural technology or a related subject is usually required.
- checkCertification in architectural technology or in a related field through provincial associations of architectural or engineering/applied science technologists and technicians may be required by employers.
- checkA period of supervised work experience, usually two years, is required before certification.
- checkMembership in the provincial regulatory body is mandatory in British Columbia.
- checkIn Quebec, membership in the regulatory body for professional technologists is required to use the title "Professional Technologist."
Market Outlook by Province
Alberta
The employment outlook will be Moderate for architectural technologists and technicians (NOC 22210) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.Not many positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about architectural technologists and technicians in Alberta: Approximately 1,450 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Architectural technologists and technicians mainly work in the following sectors: Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 79%Construction (NAICS 23): 15% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 91% compared to 80% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 9% compared to 20% for all occupations68% of architectural technologists and technicians work all year, while 32% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 43 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.18% of architectural technologists and technicians are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 59% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 41% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 28% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 65% compared to 19% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 22% compared to 21% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 7% compared to 9% for all occupations
Moderate
Outlook
Manitoba
The employment outlook will be Moderate for architectural technologists and technicians (NOC 22210) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.Not many positions will become available due to retirements.There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about architectural technologists and technicians in Manitoba: Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Architectural technologists and technicians mainly work in the following sectors: Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 80%Construction (NAICS 23): 11% 78% of architectural technologists and technicians work all year, while 23% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.12% of architectural technologists and technicians are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 65% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 35% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 6% compared to 31% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 38% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 36% compared to 20% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 11% compared to 8% for all occupations
Moderate
Outlook
Saskatchewan
The employment outlook will be Moderate for architectural technologists and technicians (NOC 22210) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.Not many positions will become available due to retirements.There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about architectural technologists and technicians in Saskatchewan: Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Architectural technologists and technicians mainly work in the following sectors: Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 84%Construction (NAICS 23): 7% 71% of architectural technologists and technicians work all year, while 28% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 44 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.14% of architectural technologists and technicians are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 69% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 31% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: n/a high school diploma or equivalent: 15% compared to 33% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 7% compared to 15% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 51% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 21% compared to 18% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
Moderate
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TEER 2 occupations require college education or apprenticeship training and qualify for Express Entry under the Federal Skilled Worker Program.
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DIALOG
2 active roles · Calgary, AB
Pinchin
2 active roles · Saskatoon, SK · Kelowna, BC
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Critical Thinking, Decision Making and Problem Solving
to analyze design problems, evaluate alternative solutions and make informed decisions that balance functionality, aesthetics, sustainability and cost-effectiveness
Systems Analysis and Evaluation
to identify technical issues and design complexities throughout the project and evaluate potential solutions to ensure optimal design outcomes
Mathematical Reasoning
to prepare cost estimates from drawings and instructions on material requirements
Spatial Visualization
to interpret and prepare manual or CAD (computer-assisted design) drawings to specifications
Independence
to ensure architectural draftings and specifications are completed on time, without constant supervision
Knowledge in Building and Construction
to understand and ensure compliance with building codes, zoning regulations and construction standards
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