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20011.01 – Architecture and urban planning managers

Architecture and urban planning managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities and operations of an urban planning service or an architectural firm. They develop and implement policies, standards and procedures for the architectural and urban planning work performed in the department, service, or firm.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Architectural manager

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • 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.

Additional information

  • Progression to senior management positions in the respective fields is possible with experience.

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

  • Architects (21200)
  • Land surveyors (21203)
  • Landscape architects (21201)
  • Managers in natural resources production and fishing (80010)
  • Public and environmental health and safety professionals (21120)
  • Urban and land use planners (21202)

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