Architects
On the Job
Architects plan and design structures like homes, offices, theaters, factories, and other buildings.
Physical Demands 
This career requires good eyesight.
Typical Work Tasks
People who work in this career often:
- Create graphical representations of structures or landscapes.
- Design structures or facilities.
- Design water conservation systems.
- Incorporate green features into the design of structures or facilities.
- Discuss designs or plans with clients.
- Prepare detailed work plans.
- Investigate the environmental impact of projects.
- Direct design or development activities.
- Supervise engineering or other technical personnel.
- Document technical design details.
Typical Working Conditions
- Using e-mail.
- Working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions.
- Working with a group or team.
- The importance of being accurate or exact.
- Sitting.
- High levels of competition.
- Meeting strict deadlines.
- Making decisions that impact co-workers or company results.
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