Group
Occupation
312131 Architectural Technician
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
312131 Architectural Technician
Coordinates technical and design information, and monitors the technical progress of architectural projects. Assists with preparing building designs, regulatory applications and construction specifications.
Skill level: 2
Main tasks
- Collates and organises technical building information, interprets designs, and uses models to display architectural plans and specifications using CAD software and drawings
- Assists Architects and Building Designers by converting designs into blueprints and models
- Interprets designs for construction managers, and assists in resolving design construction issues by modifying blueprints and relaying any changes under the instruction of Architects and Building Designers
- Monitors the technical progress of projects to ensure compliance with design specifications, building codes, and health and safety standards
- May coordinate and manage BIM architecture software, or develop and implement BIM standards for workplaces