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Architectural and Engineering Managers

Median Salary
165,370
Job Outlook
+6%
In-Demand

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

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

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

90%

State and local government

3%

Private not for profit

3%

Self-employed

2%

Federal Government

2%

What is the job outlook?

Employment of architectural and engineering managers is projected to grow 6 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations. About 15,000 openings for architectural and engineering managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$88,850

10%

$165,370

Median

$197,420

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    45%

  • Master's degree

    27%

  • First professional degree

    12%

  • Post-master's certificate

    11%

  • Doctoral degree

    1%

  • Associate's degree

    1%

  • Post baccalaureate

    1%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning
  • Civil Engineering, General
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Engineering, Other
  • Engineering, General
  • Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
  • Materials Engineering
  • Electrical and Computer Engineering
  • Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, General
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Computer Engineering, General
  • Computer Engineering, Other
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Architectural Engineering
  • Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering, Other
  • Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
  • Metallurgical Engineering
  • Construction Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Science/Technology Management
  • Architecture
  • Environmental Design/Architecture
  • Interior Architecture
  • Landscape Architecture
  • Computer Software Engineering
  • Polymer/Plastics Engineering
  • Biological/Biosystems Engineering
  • Engineering/Industrial Management
  • Engineering Physics/Applied Physics
  • Systems Engineering
  • Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
  • Water Resources Engineering
  • Mining and Mineral Engineering
  • Petroleum Engineering
  • Geological/Geophysical Engineering
  • Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology
  • Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering
  • Energy Systems Engineering, General
  • Engineering Design
  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Civil Engineering, Other
  • Materials Science
  • Engineering Mechanics
  • Engineering Science
  • Packaging Science
  • Structural Engineering
  • Nuclear Engineering
  • Biochemical Engineering
  • Transportation and Highway Engineering
  • Textile Sciences and Engineering
  • Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering
  • Computer Hardware Engineering
  • Telecommunications Engineering
  • Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering, Other
  • Ocean Engineering
  • Laser and Optical Engineering
  • Surveying Engineering
  • Architectural Design
  • Healthcare Environment Design/Architecture
  • Energy Systems Engineering, Other
  • Electromechanical Engineering
  • Engineering Chemistry
  • Paper Science and Engineering
  • Ceramic Sciences and Engineering
  • Forest Engineering
  • Astronautical Engineering

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Design
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Mathematics
  • Computers and Electronics

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Responsibility

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Investigative

You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.