Architectural manager, Kaiwhakahaere hoahoa whare
Also known as
- Architecture manager, architecture general manager, architectural design manager, architectural director, architectural project manager, architectural practice manager
Architectural managers oversee architectural projects and manage staff, lead client meetings and review architectural plans. They may develop budgets, contracts and bids for projects.

Your pay could be
$75K
Lower
$105K to $174K
Most common
$206K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Architectural managers
- usually work regular business hours but may work evenings and weekends
- usually work in offices and at worksites and may travel locally
- may work in noisy, dusty or hazardous conditions
- need to communicate well, make decisions and work well under pressure
Tasks
- lead architectural projects
- review plans and concepts
- plan and present designs
- coordinate with clients about project requirements
- manage budgets
- work with contractors
- visit worksites to check on progress
Creative
Investigative
Enterprising
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You need
- a bachelor's degree in architecture,landscape architecture, interior design or similar area
- experience as an architect
You may need
- a Postgraduate Certificate in Architectural Project Management
- a master's degree in architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, architecture and urban environment or similar area
- to be registered with the New Zealand Registered Architects Board
If you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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