# Architects, Except Landscape and Naval > Plan and design structures, such as private residences, office buildings, theaters, factories, and other structural property. - Code: 17-1011.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 17-1011) - Family: [Architecture & Engineering](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-17), one of its 59 occupations - Tasks: 24 tasks (19 core and 5 supplemental) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/17-1011.00 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/17-1011.00.json ## What the work is made of 1. Develop final construction plans that include aesthetic representations of the structure or details for its construction. Core task · Task 20483 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 2. Prepare scale drawings or architectural designs, using computer-aided design or other tools. Core task · Task 20479 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 3. Prepare information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, or construction time. Core task · Task 130 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 4. Consult with clients to determine functional or spatial requirements of structures. Core task · Task 131 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 5. Meet with clients to review or discuss architectural drawings. Core task · Task 20481 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 6. Monitor the work of specialists, such as electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, interior designers, or sound specialists to ensure optimal form or function of designs or final structures. Core task · Task 20485 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 7. Integrate engineering elements into unified architectural designs. Core task · Task 136 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 8. Plan layouts of structural architectural projects. Core task · Task 20486 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 9. Conduct periodic on-site observations of construction work to monitor compliance with plans. Core task · Task 20484 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 10. Prepare contract documents for building contractors. Core task · Task 134 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 11. Plan or design structures such as residences, office buildings, theatres, factories, or other structural properties in accordance with environmental, safety, or other regulations. Core task · Task 19596 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 12. Direct activities of technicians engaged in preparing drawings or specification documents. Core task · Task 20480 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 13. Administer construction contracts. Core task · Task 138 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 14. Create three-dimensional or interactive representations of designs, using computer-assisted design software. Core task · Task 20488 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 15. Represent clients in obtaining bids or awarding construction contracts. Core task · Task 139 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 16. Develop marketing materials, proposals, or presentations to generate new work opportunities. Core task · Task 20482 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 17. Perform predesign services, such as feasibility or environmental impact studies. Core task · Task 19595 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021 18. Design structures that incorporate environmentally friendly building practices or concepts, such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards. Core task · Task 19593 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 19. Design or plan construction of green building projects to minimize adverse environmental impact or conserve energy. Core task · Task 19592 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 20. Gather information related to projects' environmental sustainability or operational efficiency. Supplemental task · Task 19594 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 21. Inspect proposed building sites to determine suitability for construction. Supplemental task · Task 20487 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 22. Design environmentally sound structural upgrades to existing buildings, such as natural lighting systems, green roofs, or rainwater collection systems. Supplemental task · Task 19591 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 23. Calculate potential energy savings by comparing estimated energy consumption of proposed design to baseline standards. Supplemental task · Task 19590 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 24. Prepare operating and maintenance manuals, studies, or reports. 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