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Architectural and Engineering Managers

What they do:

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

Also Called:

Civil Engineering Manager, Electrical Engineering Manager, Engineering Director, Engineering Group Manager, Engineering Program Manager, Mechanical Engineering Manager, Process Engineering Manager, Project Engineering Manager, Project Manager, Civil Engineering Manager, Electrical Engineering Manager, Engineering Director, Engineering Group Manager, Engineering Program Manager, Mechanical Engineering Manager, Process Engineering Manager, Project Engineering Manager, Project Manager

TX Employment Data

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$120,460
Starting Salary (2025)
$171,370
Median Salary (2025)
3.8%
Projected Job Growth
19,030
TX Employment (2025)

Typical Tasks

Confer with management, production, or marketing staff to discuss project specifications or procedures.
Develop or implement policies, standards, or procedures for engineering and technical work.
Manage the coordination and overall integration of technical activities in architecture or engineering projects.
Perform administrative functions, such as reviewing or writing reports, approving expenditures, enforcing rules, or purchasing of materials or services.
Direct, review, or approve project design changes.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Enterprising
Business based Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Analytical Thinking
Dependability
Integrity
Attention to Detail
Adaptability/Flexibility
Stress Tolerance

What key skills are needed for this job?

Reading Comprehension
Speaking
Writing
Complex Problem Solving
Judgment and Decision Making
Active Listening

Expected Knowledge

Engineering and Technology

Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Chemistry

Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Common Activities

Getting Information

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Working with Computers

Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Education & Preparation

Some occupations may require additional education, advanced degrees, and years of experience in the field.
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Extensive Preparation Needed

Education

Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).

Experience

Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience are needed for these occupations. Many require more than five years of experience.

Training

Employees may need some on-the-job training, but most of these occupations assume that the person will already have the required skills, knowledge, work-related experience, and/or training.

Typical Education Required

Education a new hire may need

  • Bachelor's degree 46%
  • Master's degree 27%
  • Professional degree 12%
  • Post-master's certificate 12%
  • Post-baccalaureate certificate 1%
  • Other 2%
Source: O*NET Education, Training & Experience data

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