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.
Employment prospects
Annual salary
$77,918
$106,282
$210,562
Job openings
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Strong job outlook
British Columbia
562expected job openings (5-year forecast)
Education and training
Employment requirements
Landscape architecture managers require a degree in landscape architecture, licensing as a professional landscape architect and several years of experience as a landscape architect.
Additional information
Progression to senior management positions in the respective fields is possible with experience.
Certification requirements
Optional: The following certifications are optional to practice as Landscape architect managers in B.C.
- Sustainable SITES Certification - Landscape Architect Managers
- Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Certification - Landscape Architect Managers
- BC Society of Landscape Architects Licensure - Landscape Architect Managers
Sustainable SITES Certification - Landscape Architect Managers
To work as a landscape architect manager in B.C., you may choose to earn the Sustain SITES Certification to fulfill your professional certification requirement. Eligibility is achieved through successful completion of an exam.
Employment as a landscape architect manager additionally requires several years of related work experience.
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Certification - Landscape Architect Managers
To work as a landscape architect manager in B.C., you may choose to earn the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Certification. Eligibility is achieved through signing up with the Canada Green Building Council.
Employment as a landscape architect manager additionally requires several years of related work experience.
BC Society of Landscape Architects Licensure - Landscape Architect Managers
Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.
To work as an architecture and science manager in B.C., you may need to register with the B.C. Society of Landscape Architects. Eligibility is achieved through a combination of education, work experience, internship, and successful completion of licensing exams.
Employment as a landscape architect manager additionally requires several years of related work experience.
Work Experience
Work experience required
Post-secondary programs in B.C.
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