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Architectural and Engineering Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Median salary

$167,740

Typical range

$111k – $302k

Job outlook

+4% (faster than average)

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Education

Typical entry: Master's degree

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Typical progression

  1. Architectural and Engineering Managers Intern

    Internship

    $55,725

    ~4 mos to advance

  2. Junior Architectural and Engineering Managers

    Entry / Junior

    $111,450

    ~2 yrs to advance

  3. Architectural and Engineering Managers

    Established

    $167,740

    ~3 yrs to advance

  4. Senior Architectural and Engineering Managers

    Senior

    $234,836

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Key skills

A typical day

  • Manage the coordination and overall integration of technical activities in architecture or engineering projects.
  • Direct, review, or approve project design changes.
  • Consult or negotiate with clients to prepare project specifications.
  • Prepare budgets, bids, or contracts.
  • Present and explain proposals, reports, or findings to clients.

Fields of study

Any field

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