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Receives instructions from the Client: / Mgmt: on the type, function, capacity and
approximate cost of the building required.
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Surveys and inspects the site: of the proposed building and obtains an accurate
site plan.
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Prepares a sketch scheme: of the floor plans, the elevations, and the perspective
drawings. Many such schemes may have to be produced before one is finally approved.
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Approval of the plan: is obtained from local statutory bodies and local authorities.

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Contract documents: are drawn up including detailed drawings and specifications
and estimates of costs.
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Site visits: Once the Contract is awarded to a Building Contractor, the Architect
has to pay periodic visits to the building site to supervise the work in progress, issue
instructions to the Contractor's Site Supervisor to discuss any difficulties that may have
come up.
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Checks Bills: Checks the Contractor's bills for payment.

Good working knowledge in CAD package & other add-on architetural modules

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Thorough knowledge on design norms, FSI rules, local & national norms &
guidelines for real estate developments
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Involvement in at least one project from concept stage to completion / clearance.

SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES:

The role of the Architect is constantly evolving. Architects design and supervise the
construction of various types of buildings keeping in mind the primary considerations of
stability, utility and beauty. Architects must frequently make professional decisions that
affect the safety and wellbeing of the general public. Hence they are required to ideally
have the following traits:
He should have a rational and pragmatic approach.
He should have analytical and mathematic ability to help him solve design problems and
handle building cost and estimations.
He should be a imaginative- a creative artist with an interest in designing. The ability to
sketch, free hand, though not very important is beneficial while explaining to the clients
the very intricate details of the structure.
He needs to be observant and aware of surrounding social and environmental factors.
He should show a keen desire to update knowledge of latest developments in structural
techniques and materials.
He should have good understanding of legal and financial matters.
He should have the ability to issue clear instructions and explanations to team-mates,
clients and contractors.
He should have a good perception of social and psychological attitudes, and

He should have an authoritative personality.