Architectural and Engineering Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Architectural and Engineering Managers to increase by 5.5% between 2024 and 2034, from 220,900 to 233,100 jobs. Its estimate of 14,900 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($171,270), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (5 years or more) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
220,900
Projected employment (2034)
233,100
Projected change (2024–2034)
6%
Annual openings (projected average)
14,900
Pay & Preparation
$171,270
Bachelor's degree
5 years or more
None
Essential Skills
Reading Comprehension (4.12/5) • Active Listening (4/5) • Complex Problem Solving (4/5) • Writing (4/5) • Speaking (4/5) • Active Learning (3.88/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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