What is a principal, architectural firm and how to become one

Key steps to become a principal, architectural firm

1. Explore principal, architectural firm education requirements

   Most common principal, architectural firm degrees

   Bachelor's

   65.3 %

   Master's

   16.8 %

   Associate

   8.9 %

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2. Start to develop specific principal, architectural firm skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Business Development	75.28%
   Enterprise Architecture	12.31%
   As-Built Drawings	3.48%
   RFP	2.87%
   Master Planning	2.27%

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3. Complete relevant principal, architectural firm training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 2-4 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New principals, architectural firms learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a principal, architectural firm based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real principal, architectural firm resumes.

4. Research principal, architectural firm duties and responsibilities

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   • Lead the development of BIM modeling content for the architecture team as a direct report to the executive and lead architects.
   • Respond to RFP's, prepare bid proposals and estimates for AE consulting services.
   • Prepare and administer construction documents MEP and blue prints using computer assist draw software and other computer applications.

5. Get principal, architectural firm experience

   Generally, it takes 2-4 years to become a principal, architectural firm. The most common roles before becoming a principal, architectural firm include project manager, project architect team lead and vice president.

6. Apply for principal, architectural firm jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a principal, architectural firm job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams