Overview
Architecture and science managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities of an architecture, landscape architecture, scientific or statistical department, service or firm. They are employed by a wide range of private sector and government establishments as well as by architectural firms and scientific research companies.
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Architecture and urban planning managers
Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities and operations of an urban planning service or an architectural firm
Develop and implement policies, standards and procedures for the architectural and urban planning work performed in the department, service, or firm
Recruit personnel and oversee development and maintenance of staff competence in required areas
Assign, coordinate and review the technical work of the department or project teams
May consult and negotiate with clients to prepare specifications, explain proposals or present architectural research reports and findings
May participate directly in the design, development and inspection of technical projects of the department.