Architect Jobs in Dorchester, MA

An Architect plays a crucial role in the construction industry, translating the client's vision into blueprints that engineers and construction workers use to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing building. They are responsible for meeting with clients to gather project requirements, creating detailed building plans, and overseeing the project's execution to ensure it adheres to the design. Architects also ensure that the building meets all applicable safety and building codes. They collaborate with a range of professionals including engineers, landscape architects, urban planners, and construction representatives to complete the project successfully.

To become an Architect, one must have a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, but many also pursue a Master's degree. They should possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, as well as be proficient in relevant software such as AutoCAD. Certification by regulatory bodies like the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) is also essential. Prior to becoming architects, individuals may start their careers as Architectural Drafters, Architectural Technicians, or Architectural Interns to gain practical experience in the field.

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OCS Design Engineer

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

OCS Design Engineer Employer Hatch Location Boston, Massachusetts, US Salary Competitive Closing date May 31, 2025 categories Click to add the job to your shortlist Requisition ID: 92928 Job...

Senior Hardware Design Engineer

  • Marlborough, MA (23 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Marlborough, MA (23 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 12 hours ago

Date Posted: 2025-01-15 Country: United States of America Location: MA131: Tewksbury, MA Bldg 1 Assabet 50 Apple Hill Drive Assabet - Building 1, Tewksbury, MA, 01876 USA Position Role Type:...

Consulting Architect - Network/Virtualization

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

.** **The Opportunity** Are you a passionate and forward-thinking architect with a knack for hybrid cloud networks and virtualization?...

Technical Architect

  • Woburn, MA (13 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woburn, MA (13 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Technical Architect Join Our Team as a Technical Architect - Shape the Future of Innovative Spaces! Are you a talented and driven architect with 6-8 years of experience in technical design?...

AI/ML Architect

  • Waltham, MA (10 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (10 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

An employer in the life sciences industry is looking for a fully remote AI/ML Architect to join their team....

Remote Work

SRE Architect (Remote -CST)

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

SRE Architect (Remote -CST)** **About Cognizant** Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineers modern businesses....

Remote Work

Pipeline Design Engineer

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or...

ASIC Design Engineer, Blink/Ring ASIC Team, Blink

  • North Reading, MA (18 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Reading, MA (18 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Join the team which delivers highly differentiated silicon into Blink and Ring battery powered devices. Our team works on state-of-the art SoCs in a vertically integrated team environment to...

Architect-OSS/BSS-3GPP/LTE/5G- Boston/Remote

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Architect-OSS/BSS-3GPP/LTE/5G- Boston/Remote The position requires extensive experience in wireless technology systems and design with background in 3GPP/ LTE/ 5G standards based network elements (Core...

Salesforce Architect (Only W2)

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Experience architecting solutions on Experience Cloud, Health Cloud. Proven track record of successful project delivery of large enterprise Salesforce implementations....

Cybersecurity Architect

  • Bridgewater, MA (23 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bridgewater, MA (23 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago

The Cybersecurity Architect will focus on designing and implementing security strategies for cloud, hybrid environments, on-prem, advanced technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Identity...

BI Architect - EPIC Reporting

  • Charlestown, MA (5 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlestown, MA (5 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago

The Business Intelligence (BI) Architect is a member of Beth Israel Lahey Health's (BILH) Enterprise Data and Analytics team....

Senior Robotic Process Automation Architect - RPA (Hybrid)

  • Westwood, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westwood, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago

As a Senior Automation Architect, you will be instrumental in bringing innovative ideas to fruition and integrating disruptive technologies within the organization....

Design Engineer (Mechanical Engineering)

  • Lexington, MA (12 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lexington, MA (12 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Design Engineer (Mechanical Engineering) John Galt Staffing View Employer's ProfileFOLLOW EMPLOYER Today Secret Engineering - Mechanical Lexington, MA (OFF-SITE/HYBRID) The Mechanical Engineering...

Project Architect & Design Manager

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Location CINCINNATI GENERAL OFFICES Job Description We are looking for a talented Architect to lead Architecture and Design Management for key P&G Building projects in the NA region!...

Demographic Data for Dorchester, MA

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Salary for Architect Jobs in Dorchester, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Architect positions.



Highest Education Level

Architects in Dorchester, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.4%
Master's Degree
26.1%
Associate's Degree
9.8%
High School or GED
8.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.6%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Architects in Dorchester, MA
2-4 years
33.3%
None
19.1%
6-8 years
14.3%
4-6 years
9.5%
8-10 years
9.5%
Less than 1 year
9.5%
1-2 years
4.8%



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