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Writing a job ad can seem like a toneless task. Just get it out it out there as fast a possible, we need people, some might think. But, really, the desired outcome is to attract the best talent, and that takes some finesse. Especially in our current market, where job-seekers have a plethora of... View full entry
Setting the mood and tone of a space is a crucial component to the overall design of a space. Creating an inviting yet alluring interior space is no easy feat. Whether it be a renovation project or the birth of a new space fostering the ultimate user experience, interior architects are an integral... View full entry
For most growing firms the search for new talent is both exciting and frustrating. Who do you pick? And how do you accurately and sufficiently measure their potential? Undoubtedly, there are many approaches, one of which is seeking for the right cultural fit. That's become a loaded term... View full entry
The surge of minority women getting jobs has helped push the U.S. workforce across a historic threshold. For the first time, most new hires of prime working age (25 to 54) are people of color, according to a Washington Post analysis of data the Labor Department began collecting in the 1970s. Minority hires overtook white hires last year. — The Washington Post
Despite the wider trend in the American workforce, the architecture industry continues to lag in terms of diversity and gender inclusivity. A 2018 National Council of Architectural Registration Boards report, for example, shows that although the ethnic and racial diversity within early... View full entry
Chicago is teeming with architectural history. From iconic structures like the Willis Tower to the soon-to-be-completed Vista Tower designed by Studio Gang, the city has continuously positioned itself as a place filled with architectural innovation. For this week's weekly job round up we've... View full entry
The summer season is coming to a close, and fall is almost here. What better way to start the new season than by putting your skills to the test and gaining valuable experience at a notable firm? When making career decisions, it's important to find a firm that will help challenge you as a design... View full entry
The job hunt can be a grueling process to undertake. How do we select the right firm? It's a tough thing to try and quantify. Do we go off of culture, or focus more on money? Perhaps, there is a balance between the two. Professor of business psychology, Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, suggests that there... View full entry
Demand for design services in July remained essentially flat in comparison to the previous month, according to a new report released today from The American Institute of Architects (AIA).
AIA’s Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score of 50.1 in July showed a small increase in design services since June, which was a score of 49.1.
— AIA
"The data is not the same as what we saw leading up to the last economic downturn, but the continued slowing across the board will undoubtedly impact architecture firms and the broader construction industry in the coming months," said AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, PhD, Hon. AIA. "A growing... View full entry
Every summer, a new cohort of graduates enter the workforce. Eager to learn and grow, many will get their first taste of professional life. It is an exciting new chapter for many of them. But what are these emerging practitioners looking for in their new careers? As firms struggle with retention... View full entry
Demand for design services at architecture firms decreased in June in comparison to the previous month, according to a new report today from The American Institute of Architects (AIA).
AIA’s Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score for June was 49.1, which is down from 50.2 in May. Any score below 50 indicates a decrease in billings. Both the project inquiries index and the design contracts index continued to soften in June but remained positive.
— AIA
"With billings declining or flat for the last five months, it appears that we are settling in for a period of soft demand for design services," said AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, PhD, Hon. AIA. "With the new design contracts score reaching a 10-month low and the project inquiries score hitting... View full entry
Earnings for US construction workers now outstrip the private sector average as contractors face what’s being called one of the tightest labour markets they’ve ever experienced.
The situation has led a contractors’ group there to slam an education system that produces “too many over-qualified baristas and not enough bricklayers” as employers are forced to increase pay to attract skilled workers from a diminishing pool.
— Global Construction Review
Global Construction Review reports on the recent response by the Associated General Contractors of America to June's construction jobs numbers, which signaled a continued struggle for the industry to attract enough skilled workers — despite higher-than-average hourly earnings of now $... View full entry
This week, Archinect has selected 10 New York-based firms looking to hire experienced architects who can carry out projects, lead design teams, and collaborate with senior-level staff in the office. Ranging from commercial, residential, and mixed-used projects, the ideal candidate will be a key... View full entry
Demand for design services in May remained essentially flat in comparison to the previous month, according to a new report [...] from The American Institute of Architects (AIA).
AIA’s Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score for May showed a small increase in design services at 50.2, which is slightly down from 50.5 in April. Any score above 50 indicates an increase in billings. Both the project inquiries index and the design contracts index softened in May but remained positive.
— AIA
"The last four consecutive months, firm billings have either decreased or been flat, the longest period of that level of sustained softness since 2012," said AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, PhD, Hon. AIA. "While both inquiries into new projects and the value of new design contracts remained... View full entry
With the summer season quickly approaching, you may be searching for an architecture job with an end date. Looking for something without long-term commitment? Temporary positions can be a great way to fill in gaps between jobs or try out something new. From visualization designers to junior... View full entry
Besides its amazing landscapes, Washington state is home to several architectural structures. From the iconic Space Needle, Gehry's Museum of Pop Culture, and the Seattle Public Library, the "Evergreen State" is a cornucopia of architecture and design. For this week's weekly job roundup, we... View full entry
