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2018 seems to have got off to a very busy start in every region we cover. Despite Brexit in the UK and the political uncertainty in the US under the Trump administration, the architecture and design job market remains relatively buoyant. Within the UK, Brexit continues to dominate the political and economic agenda and despite a cautious approach by many firms, active hiring continues to take place. Whilst Brexit has resulted in a noticeable reduction in those coming to the UK for work, it has also created opportunities for some firms. The weak pound has created a mini boom in tourism and also meant those bidding for overseas work have become more competitively priced. Infrastructure and housing continue to be busy areas of hiring, as are hotels and hospitality. Australia has continued to enjoy a robust economy throughout 2017 and into 2018, with many studios growing as a result - consequently the architecture and design market has remained buoyant. Education, housing and transport all remain busy sectors, with a number of significant projects driving demand for architecture candidates in both Sydney and Melbourne. Workplace interiors is still experiencing shortages of candidates and Revit continues to be the most widely used software.

In the US, hiring markets remained especially strong in New York City, LA and San Francisco. This was driven largely by transportation and megaprojects, housing shortages across all cities, and the awarding of the 2028 Olympics to Los Angeles. Interior hospitality and workspace candidates remain in high demand, as are workplace designers. The talent shortage has become most apparent at the 7-8 years’ experience mark – a legacy of the global financial crisis when many professionals sought career changes and never returned to the industry. Wherever firms are hiring in the world, sourcing the best candidates is likely to be the hot topic of 2018. Many studios are already realising that effective recruitment and retention strategies need to be at the top of their agendas. In candidate-short areas, the very best people are regularly receiving multiple interviews and job offers, meaning practices will need to move fast to secure top talent.

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1. London

Interior Design Per annum

Salary Guide Architecture Per annum

Part I

£ Low

19,000

£ Average

21,000

£ High

23,000

£ Low

£ Average

£ High

Graduate

18,000

20,000

21,000

Junior Interior Designer

23,000

25,000

26,000

Midweight Interior Designer

27,000

33,000

35,000

Senior Interior Designer

38,000

42,000

50,000

Associate

50,000

54,000

60,000

Design Director

55,000

65,000

75,000

Junior Technician

22,000

26,000

30,000

Technician

30,000

34,000

37,000

Senior Technician

37,000

40,000

45,000

FF&E Designer

26,000

28,000

32,000

Part II (0-3 years)

24,000

27,000

29,000

Senior FF&E Designer

35,000

38,000

50,000

Part II (3-4 years)

30,000

32,000

35,000+

Junior Interior Architect

23,000

25,000

26,000

Architect (0-5 years)

33,000

38,000

42,000

Interior Architect

27,000

33,000

35,000

Senior Interior Architect

38,000

42,000

50,000

Architect (5+ years)

38,000

45,000

50,000+

Associate

45,000

50,000

55,000

Urban Design & Landscape

Associate Director

55,000

60,000

65,000+

Director

65,000

75,000

90,000+

Junior Urban Designer

21,000

23,000

25,000

Partner

100,000

120,000

140,000

Urban Designer

25,000

28,000

34,000

Technician

25,000

28,000

36,000

Senior Urban Designer

35,000

40,000

45,000

Senior Technician

35,000

39,000

42,000

Urban Design Associate

45,000

50,000

55,000

Visualiser

22,000

26,000

30,000

Urban Design Director

60,000

70,000

80,000

Senior Visualiser

32,000

37,000

50,000+

Junior Landscape Architect

21,000

23,000

25,000

BIM/CAD/IT

Landscape Architect

25,000

28,000

34,000

Senior Landscape Architect

35,000

40,000

45,000

Landscape Architect Associate

35,000

40,000

45,000

Landscape Architect Director

45,000

55,000

65,000

BIM Modeller

25,000

30,000

35,000

BIM Champion

35,000

40,000

45,000

BIM Coordinator

35,000

40,000

45,000

BIM Coordinator/Architect

40,000

45,000

50,000

BIM Manager

45,000

55,000

75,000

CAD/BIM/IT Manager

45,000

50,000

65,000

Project Coordinator

20,000

25,000

32,000

BIM Consultant/Trainer

45,000

50,000

65,000

Project Manager

37,000

45,000

60,000+

BIM Director/Lead

60,000

70,000

80,000+

Sales Support

18,000

22,000

26,000

CAD Manager

45,000

50,000

55,000

Sales Consultant

20,000

25,000

30,000

Computational Designer

35,000

40,000

45,000

Senior Sales Consultant

30,000

35,000

40,000+

Computational Specialist

45,000

55,000

65,000

Sales Manager

50,000

55,000

60,000+

IT Technician

25,000

30,000

35,000

Account Manager

25,000

30,000

40,000+

IT Manager

45,000

50,000

55,000

Key Account Manager

30,000

40,000

50,000+

Business Support

Architectural & Interior Products Showroom Assistant

20,000

24,000

28,000

Showroom Manager

28,000

30,000

35,000

Graphics & CGI

Receptionist

20,000

24,000

28,000

Office Administrator

24,000

25,000

28,000

Project Administrator

26,000

29,000

32,000

Studio Manager

30,000

35,000

40,000+

Practice Manager

35,000

40,000

50,000+

Personal Assistant

26,000

32,000

40,000+

Marketing Coordinator

25,000

30,000

35,000

Marketing Manager

32,000

40,000

50,000+

Business Dev. Manager

35,000

45,000

65,000+

Document Controller

25,000

29,000

35,000+

Bid Coordinator

28,000

32,000

35,000+

HR Manager

35,000

45,000

55,000+

Finance Assistant

22,000

25,000

30,000

Finance Manager

35,000

60,000

100,000

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Junior Visualiser

20,000

22,000

26,000

Visualiser

25,000

32,000

40,000

Senior Visualiser

35,000

50,000

65,000+

Junior Graphic Designer

18,000

22,000

25,000

Graphic Designer

25,000

30,000

35,000

Senior Graphic Designer

35,000

40,000

55,000+

Junior Wayfinding Designer

20,000

24,000

28,000

Wayfinding Designer

25,000

32,000

38,000

Senior Wayfinding Designer

35,000

45,000

55,000+

Digital Designer

30,000

50,000

65,000+

Creative Director

55,000

70,000

85,000+


Market Update Summary With Brexit still very much at the forefront of the political and economic agenda in 2017, we continued to see the effects of this on the pool of candidates for the architecture and design market in London. Since the 2016 referendum, there has been a significant drop in the number of non-UK EU nationals registering for work in London, who brought certain technical skillsets with them to the UK. In addition to this, there has also been a reduction in Antipodean candidates making the move to the UK, having a buoyant market, a strong currency and plenty of work opportunities at home. The combined effect of this has created a noticeable, chronic candidate shortage. On a positive note, the drop in the value of the pound has increased opportunities for practices which do business overseas, as bids tendered have become more attractive to global investors. The weak pound has also driven a mini-boom in tourism, resulting in increased demand for interiors and architecture candidates with hotels and hospitality experience. More generally, candidates with strong Revit skills are highly desired across all sectors, especially in workplace interiors, housing and transport. UK Plc continues to invest heavily in ongoing infrastructure projects, with upgrades to existing mainline rail services and stations and upcoming work on new high-speed connections with the North of England (HS2) and the Heathrow Airport expansion. Masterplans connected to new transport hubs such as Old Oak Common are set to provide work for multiple medium to large practices from mid-2018 onwards. The housing sector remains strong due to the ongoing nationwide shortage of housing stock and whilst the consensus is that the high-end market is stagnating, the majority of practices are hiring for large scale projects and private rental schemes (PRS). With housing being more affordable outside of London/SE England,

candidates are being attracted by a better quality of life and competitive salaries in the northern cities such as Manchester and Leeds. The number of people leaving London to reside in other UK locations was the highest during 2016 for 13 years. Not surprisingly, many practices are finding it more and more challenging to hire in the current climate. Where previously some practices have done their own recruitment in-house, increasingly they are approaching us to assist as they struggle to find the best talent in a shrinking pool of candidates. It really is a candidate’s market at the moment – this means that practices need to prioritise retaining and developing their staff more than ever. Many practices are also taking in-house software training more seriously and upskilling their own workforces to fill skills gaps.

Those looking to hire need to act quickly when shortlisting for interview and making job offers if they want to secure the best people. The overarching and continuing theme for 2018 is of cautious optimism. There is plenty of work in London and strong candidates with good software skills are in high demand, regularly securing a number of interviews and receiving offers from multiple practices. Despite assurances from the Government that settled EU citizens will be protected, until there is absolute certainty, we’re likely to continue to see a decline in these professionals working in London. A soft Brexit in 2019 appears to be the best-case scenario and a ‘business as usual’ approach is what we have found with most of our clients.

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2. Sydney Salary Guide Architecture Per annum

Business Support A$ Low

A$ Average

A$ High

Per annum

A$ Low

A$ Average

A$ High

Student

38,000

40,000

45,000

Receptionist

45,000

50,000

60,000

Grad of Architecture (1-3 yrs)

51,020

55,000

65,000

Office Administrator

50,000

55,000

70,000

Grad of Architecture (3-6 yrs)

60,000

70,000

85,000

Project Administrator

55,000

60,000

75,000

Grad of Architecture (6-10 yrs)

70,000

85,000

100,000

Document Controller

50,000

70,000

90,000

Registered Architect (3-6 yrs)

65,000

75,000

90,000

Studio Manager

70,000

80,000

90,000

Registered Architect (6-10 yrs)

75,000

90,000

110,000

Practice Manager

90,000

100,000

120,000+

Senior Architect/Associate

95,000

120,000

140,000+

Personal Assistant/EA

60,000

75,000

90,000

Project Director

120,000

140,000

160,000+

Marketing Assistant

50,000

60,000

70,000

Director /Principal

130,000

170,000

250,000+

Marketing Manager

70,000

85,000

100,000+

Technician (1-3 yrs)

50,000

60,000

70,000

Submission Coordinator

60,000

75,000

90,000

Technician (3-6 yrs)

60,000

70,000

80,000

Bid Manager

70,000

85,000

100,000+

Technician (6-10 yrs)

70,000

85,000

110,000

Graphic Designer

60,000

70,000

90,000

BIM Modeller

70,000

95,000

115,000

Senior Graphic Designer

70,000

80,000

100,000

BIM Manager

90,000

130,000

160,000

UX/UI Designer

60,000

80,000

100,000+

Visualiser

65,000

85,000

110,000

Creative Director

80,000

95,000

110,000+

Senior Visualiser

100,000

120,000

150,000

Business Dev Manager

80,000

100,000

120,000+

HR Manager

75,000

95,000

120,000

Bookkeeper

60,000

70,000

80,000

Finance Manager

70,000

85,000

100,000+

IT Manager

70,000

85,000

100,000+

Urban Design & Landscape Student

35,093

38,000

40,000

Graduate Urban Designer

48,000

52,000

55,000

Urban Designer (1-3 yrs)

60,000

65,000

75,000

Urban Designer (3-6 yrs)

70,000

85,000

100,000

Urban Designer (6-10 yrs)

100,000

115,000

130,000

Assoc/Sen Urban Designer

120,000

140,000

160,000

Urban Design Director

150,000

180,000

250,000+

Graduate Landscape Designer

50,000

55,000

60,000

Landscape Architect (1-3 yrs)

55,000

60,000

70,000

Landscape Architect (3-6 yrs)

65,000

75,000

85,000

Landscape Architect (6-10 yrs)

75,000

85,000

95,000

Assoc/Sen Landscape Architect

80,000

95,000

110,000

Landscape Architect Director

100,000

130,000

150,000

Interior Design Graduate Interior Designer

40,000

45,000

50,000

Interior Designer (1-3 yrs)

45,000

55,000

70,000

Interior Designer (3-6 yrs)

65,000

70,000

80,000

Interior Designer (6-10 yrs)

75,000

85,000

110,000

Associate

100,000

120,000

130,000

Design Director

130,000

165,000

200,000

Technician (1-3 yrs)

50,000

55,000

60,000

Technician (3-6 yrs)

60,000

65,000

75,000

Technician (6-10 yrs)

75,000

80,000

85,000

Stylist/Decorator

65,000

75,000

90,000

Retail Design Manager

80,000

110,000

120,000

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Architectural & Interior Products Showroom Assistant

50,000

60,000

75,000

Showroom Manager

65,000

80,000

95,000

Marketing Coordinator

50,000

60,000

70,000

Marketing Manager

70,000

85,000

100,000+

Sales Support

50,000

58,000

65,000

Estimator

60,000

75,000

90,000

Project Manager

70,000

80,000

100,000

Product Designer

60,000

75,000

95,000

Sales Representative

65,000

80,000

95,000

State Sales Manager

90,000

100,000

120,000

National Sales Manager

130,000

150,000

170,000

Dealer Manager

90,000

105,000

120,000

Installer

55.000

60,000

65,000

Logistics Manager

60,000

65,000

72,000

Warehouse Manager

65,000

80,000

100,000

Operations Manager

80,000

100,000

125,000

General Manager

120,000

150,000

180,000

The figures detailed above are exclusive of superannuation. As of 20 June 2018, and in accordance with the Architects Awards 2010 [MA000079], a fulltime Graduate of Architecture* (entry level) must be paid a minimum of $51,020 per annum and a full-time Registered Architect** (entry level) or Experienced Graduate of Architecture must be paid a minimum of $58,986 per annum on a full-time salary Australian national minimum wage is $37,398.84 per annum. This information should be used as a guide only. Current rates of pay and award standards can be found on the Fair Work Commission website www.fairwork.gov.au


Market Update Summary The demand for architects and designers in Sydney remains strong with serious candidate shortages in certain sectors. The buoyant multi-residential sector has cooled slightly compared to early 2017, however, we are still experiencing demand for candidates in this area as most mid-to-large practices remain busy with live projects. This demand has also created a shortage of talented architects in the private residential sectors. The smaller firms typically working on high-end houses have lost staff to the higher salaries and career progression that larger firms can often offer. The private residential sector is very busy as a result of Sydney’s strong economic growth over the past three years along with demand for people in this area, and salaries have grown as a result. The underlying housing shortage in Sydney and strong economy should see the residential market remain strong for the next couple of years. The education sector is also particularly busy. Population growth has almost created a crisis in school accommodation and the government and private sectors are building new schools, and expanding existing ones–this is creating a lot of interesting work including some really innovative high-rise school solutions.

The unprecedented growth in education projects has outstripped the market and we have seen huge demand for architects with education and networks experience to assist in winning work in this sector.

On the interior design side, we are experiencing ongoing shortages in large-scale workplace design and workplace strategists. Also, hospitality and residential designers remain in demand. Another interesting area of demand is practice management. As so many firms have grown (and often had to move studios) this has placed pressure on internal management and leadership. Good practice managers are highly sought-after, particularly those with an architectural background. Likewise, submissions writers are also in particularly high demand. Last year we saw a drop in the number of firms prepared to sponsor international candidates, caused by changes in the rules around visas and sponsorship rules. For outstanding design skills or specialist experience such as transport design, BIM managers and outstanding designers with international experience, we are still witnessing high demand for overseas architects, particularly from the UK or northern Europe. Design and leadership skills are usually the most desirable skills in the architecture market and this remains true in the current market. We are seeing strong demand for talented architects with around 10-15 years’ experience. On the documentation and delivery side, Revit is the main driver and the most widely used software, followed by ArchiCAD–for documentation roles either one of these is essential. We expect a busy year ahead in 2018.

Transport, particularly rail, remains fairly busy and those with specialist skills in this area are highly sought-after. Demand for urban designers and landscape architects has also remained an ongoing pinch-point in Sydney, as there is a strong preference for local experience in these roles and not enough experienced candidates in the local market.

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3. Melbourne Salary Guide Architecture Per annum

Business Support A$ Low

A$ Average

A$ High

Per annum

A$ Low

A$ Average

A$ High

Student

35,000

40,000

45,000

Receptionist

45,000

50,000

55,000

Grad of Architecture (1-3 yrs)

51,020

55,000

60,000

Office Administrator

50,000

55,000

65,000

Grad of Architecture (3-6 yrs)

58,986

65,000

75,000

Project Administrator

55,000

60,000

70,000

Grad of Architecture (6-10 yrs)

65,000

75,000

90,000

Document Controller

50,000

70,000

90,000

Registered Architect (3-6 yrs)

58,986

68,000

78,000

Studio Manager

70,000

80,000

90,000

Registered Architect (6-10 yrs)

68,000

80,000

95,000

Practice Manager

80,000

90,000

120,000+

Senior Architect/Associate

90,000

110,000

120,000

Personal Assistant

60,000

70,000

85,000

Project Director

110,000

135,000

150,000

Executive Assistant

70,000

75,000

95,000

Director /Principal

130,000

170,000

220,000+

Marketing Assistant

55,000

65,000

75,000

Technician (1-3 yrs)

50,000

55,000

60,000

Marketing Manager

70,000

85,000

100,000+

Technician (3-6 yrs)

55,000

60,000

65,000

Submission Coordinator

70,000

80,000

90,000

Technician (6-10 yrs)

65,000

75,000

90,000

Bid Manager

80,000

90,000

100,000

BIM Modeller

55,000

65,000

75,000

Graphic Designer

45,000

50,000

55,000

BIM Manager

85,000

110,000

130,000

Senior Graphic Designer

65,000

75,000

90,000

Visualiser

60,000

85,000

110,000

UX/UI Designer

75,000

90,000

100,000+

Senior Visualiser

90,000

110,000

130,000

Creative Director

80,000

95,000

110,000+

Business Dev Manager

80,000

100,000

120,000+

HR Manager

80,000

95,000

120,000+

Bookkeeper

60,000

70,000

80,000

Finance Manager

80,000

90,000

100,000+

IT Manager

80,000

90,000

100,000

Urban Design & Landscape Graduate Urban Designer

45,000

48,000

52,000

Urban Designer (1-3 yrs)

60,000

65,000

75,000

Urban Designer (3-6 yrs)

65,000

70,000

80,000

Urban Designer (6-10 yrs)

80,000

100,000

120,000+

Graduate Landscape Architect

48,000

55,000

60,000

Architectural & Interior Products

Landscape Architect (1-3 yrs)

50,000

57,000

60,000

Showroom Assistant*

55,000

60,000

70,000

Landscape Architect (3-6 yrs)

55,000

65,000

70,000

Showroom Manager

65,000

80,000

90,000

Landscape Architect (6-10 yrs)

65,000

75,000

90,000

Marketing Coordinator

50,000

65,000

72,000

80,000

95,000

110,000

50,000

55,000

65,000

Assoc/Sen Landscape Architect

80,000

90,000

100,000

Marketing Manager

Landscape Architect Director

95,000

130,000

150,000

Sales Support

Interior Design Graduate Interior Designer

42,000

45,000

Estimator

70,000

80,000

90,000

Project Manager

80,000

90,000

100,000+

Product Designer

60,000

75,000

95,000

50,000

Sales Representative*

65,000

80,000

100,000+

State Sales Manager

100,000

110,000

120,000

Interior Designer (1-3 yrs)

48,000

55,000

65,000

Interior Designer (3-6 yrs)

55,000

60,000

75,000

National Sales Manager

130,000

150,000

170,000

Interior Designer (6-10 yrs)

65,000

85,000

120,000

Dealer Manager

90,000

105,000

120,000

Associate

110,000

120,000

130,000

Installer

55,000

60,000

65,000

Design Director

130,000

165,000

200,000

Logistics Manager

65,000

75,000

85,000

Warehouse Manager

65,000

80,000

100,000

Technician (1-3 yrs)

50,000

55,000

60,000

Technician (3-6 yrs)

60,000

65,000

75,000

Operations Manager

80,000

100,000

125,000

Technician (6-10 yrs)

75,000

85,000

110,000

General Manager

120,000

150,000

180,000

Stylist/Decorator

55,000

75,000

95,000

Retail Design Manager

110,000

130,000

150,000+

*These roles typically have commission on top of the outlined base salary

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The figures detailed above are exclusive of superannuation. As of 20 June 2018, and in accordance with the Architects Awards 2010 [MA000079], a fulltime Graduate of Architecture* (entry level) must be paid a minimum of $51,020 per annum and a full-time Registered Architect** (entry level) or Experienced Graduate of Architecture must be paid a minimum of $58,986 per annum on a full-time salary Australian national minimum wage is $37,398.84 per annum. This information should be used as a guide only. Current rates of pay and award standards can be found on the Fair Work Commission website www.fairwork.gov.au


Market Update Summary The market for architects and interior designers in Melbourne continues to be strong.

Major transport projects such as the new Melbourne Metro, Skyrail and roll-out of grade separation projects have seen a huge demand for international talent with rail expertise at all In 2017, Victoria remained the clear leader for levels. These types of candidates are generally building approvals with the last six months of the only ones being considered for 457 visas the year seeing steady gains for apartment now and we’ve seen a general decline in and townhouse approvals. Despite industry sponsorship of others, largely due to the predictions for a slowing multi-residential sector, changes in legislation around sponsorship demand remains strong for architects with and visas. multi-residential and mixed-use experience across all project phases. Within interior design, we are still seeing a shortage of commercial workplace specialists, In addition, the private residential sector particularly at senior and director levels. We’ve remains busy and many practices have been also had a variety of specialist roles come online expanding to meet industry demands. Many of in the areas of workplace strategy and change the boutique residential practices we assisted management. on ‘one-off’ occasions in 2013/2014 are now operating on a commercial scale. Domenic Demand is still incredibly strong for Cerantonio of Cera Stribley says: “most media experienced ‘submissions’ candidates outlets have reported, or rather predicted, a slow-down in the multi-residential space, in support of pitches and presentations however, I think it’s more of a transition from across most sectors. investor-driven development to owner-occupier focused projects. We have seen quite a swing in a number of our projects where larger, better In 2017, we continued to see an uplift in hiring designed apartments are now the norm. I think from developers and builders as they sought this is an exciting time for the industry and this to increase their in-house teams of architects change can only result in improved built form and design managers, working across outcomes for our city.” residential, mixed-use, retail, education and infrastructure projects. The education sector also remains extremely buoyant with notable tertiary institutes delivering The product market remains busy, with plenty of new faculty buildings, as well as private and innovative products and exciting collaborations public secondary schools updating facilities. between designers and brands. Salaries have increased over the past 12 months and there are lots of new hires planned for the start of the year; however, this remains a candidate-short market, so firms will need to move fast to secure the best talent. Those with existing industry networks and experience in new business development are highly sought-after. Design and leaderships skills continue to be the most highly desirable skills in the architecture market and we are seeing strong demand for talented architects with around 8-15 years’ experience. Within documentation and delivery, Revit continues to be the most widely used software, followed by Archicad. For documentation roles, either one of these software skills is essential in the majority of cases. As we move into 2018, the market is predicted to remain busy across the board.

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4. New York Salary Guide Architecture Per annum

Interior Design US$ Low

US$ Average

US$ High

Per annum

US$ Low

US$ Average

US$ High

CEO/President

106,000

170,000

200,000

Principal

140,000

180,000

210,000

Managing Principal

110,000

125,000

150,000

Director of Design

105,000

135,000

180,000

Senior Project Manager

110,000

125,000

135,000

Senior Project Designer

97,000

115,000

141,000

Project Manager

85,000

95,000

100,000

Project Designer

80,000

90,000

109,000

Senior Architect (10+ yrs)

90,000

105,000

120,000

Interior Designer (8-10+ yrs)

76,000

82,000

94,000

Architect (6-9 yrs)

80,000

85,000

99,000

Interior Designer (4-7 yrs)

62,000

75,000

79,000

Architect (3-6 yrs)

65,000

75,000

82,000

Interior Designer (0-3 yrs)

45,000

50,000

55,000

Architect (0-3 yrs)

58,000

64,000

70,000

Intern

31,000

33,000

38,000

Senior Visualiser

65,000

70,000

85,000

Interior Architect (8-10+ yrs)

76,000

81,000

99,000

Visualiser

55,000

63,000

70,000

Interior Architect (4-7 yrs)

58,000

66,000

74,000

BIM Specialist

75,000

90,000

95,000

Interior Architect (0-3 yrs)

45,000

52,000

60,000

Business Support

Architectural & Interior Products

Administrator

50,000

60,000

60,000

Showroom Manager

57,000

68,000

73,000

Front Office

45,000

52,500

60,000

Showroom Assistant

46,000

50,000

54,000

Studio/Office Manager

80,000

90,000

100,000

Project Manager

70,000

78,000

84,000

Personal Assistant

50,000

57,500

65,000

Project Coordinator

46,000

51,000

65,000

Executive Assistant

65,000

77,500

90,000

Sales Manager

80,000

95,000

115,000

Marketing Coordinator

55,000

60,000

65,000

Senior Sales Consultant

80,000

85,000

90,000

Marketing Director/Manager

70,000

107,500

145,000

Sales Consultant

62,000

69,000

82,000

PR Manager

70,000

80,000

90,000

Sales Support

40,000

48,000

53,000

Financial Controller

120,000

140,000

160,000+

Key Account Manager

85,000

92,000

98,000

Full-Charge Bookkeeper

80,000

85,000

90,000

Account Manager

74,000

87,000

95,000

Business Dev Manager

80,000

102,500

125,000

HR Coordinator

59,000

64,500

70,000

HR Manager

85,000

92,500

100,000

Graphic Designer

55,000

62,500

70,000

Account Manager

85,000

107,500

130,000

Regional Sales Director

70,000

87,500

105,000

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Market Update Summary The architecture and design job market continues to be strong in New York, if the omnipresent existence of scaffolding and construction zones are any indication. The end of 2017 had plenty of available architecture roles and 2018 promises increased vacancies in these sectors due to numerous factors in the city, including megaprojects and transit improvements. The potential megaprojects of 2018 include the construction of the West Rail yard platform which will lead to the growth of Hudson Yards, the opening of 3 World Trade Center, and the growth of the Market Line in Essex Crossing, as well as continued work on numerous housing sites around the city and on the waterfront. Continued and planned redevelopment of several of New York City’s transport infrastructure networks is likely to see increased demand for transport architects at all levels. The $836 million emergency action plan outlined by the MTA in 2017 will also be in effect throughout the year, disrupting services like the L Train. While buses and alternate transportation will be available, there is talk of increased bike traffic and improving bike infrastructure near the Williamsburg Bridge, as well as creation of protected bike lanes throughout the city. As the number of cyclists increases this year, architects who helped in the creation of protected bike lanes may follow in the path of their London counterparts and propose elevated cycle tracks for New York City.

Though 2017 saw reduced demand for high-end residential and retail candidates, it is expected to rise again in 2018 as new projects are commenced. Interior hospitality and workspace remain busy as contemporary designed work spaces and edgy hotels and bars are neverendingly essential in New York City. Within architecture, there continues to be a shortage of good people with around 7-8 years’ experience, possibly due to some candidates undertaking career changes following the financial crisis ten years ago and leaving the profession for good. This is across the board and includes architects, interior designers, and project managers – the legacy of the global financial crisis.

Despite the shortage of senior candidates, salaries have remained stable and continue to be in line with industry standards. In light of these megaprojects and transit improvements, many firms are anticipating numerous new projects and as a result, talented and experienced NYC architects and designers will continue to be sought-after. Demand for candidates in the architecture and design markets within the ever-bustling New York City continues to increase steadily and shows no sign of stopping. Provided there is no major political upheaval, we expect the market to remain busy in 2018.

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5. LA/ San Francisco Salary Guide Architecture Los Angeles Per annum

US$ Low

San Francisco US$ Average

US$ High

US$ Low

US$ Average

US$ High

CEO/President

105,000

150,000

200,000

130,000

180,000

250,000

Studio Director

90,000

105,000

115,000

113,000

131,000

144,000

Senior Project Manager

95,000

115,000

135,000

119,000

144,000

150,000+

Project Manager

75,000

85,000

94,000

94,000

106,000

118,000

Senior Project Designer

95,000

100,000

110,000

119,000

125,000

138,000

Project Designer

80,000

90,000

100,000

100,000

113,000

125,000

Architect 3 (10+ yrs)

80,000

97,000

107,000

90,000

98,000

110,000

Architect 2 (8-10 yrs)

65,000

78,000

90,000

80,000

90,000

100,000

Architect 1 (5-8 yrs)

56,000

65,000

75,000

60,000

70,000

75,000

Int Architectural Designer (2-5 yrs)

45,000

50,000

58,000

56,000

63,000

73,000

Jr. Architectural Designer (0-2 yrs)

40,000

42,000

48,000

50,000

53,000

60,000

Interior Design Principal

120,000

150,000

40,000

120,000

150,000

240,000

Director of Design

100,000

130,000

150,000

100,000

130,000

150,000

Interior Designer (5-10+ yrs)

70,000

75,000

90,000

70,000

75,000

90,000

Interior Designer (3-5 yrs)

58,000

66,000

70,000

58,000

66,000

70,000

Interior Designer (1-3 yrs)

40,000

45,000

52,000

40,000

45,000

52,000

Senior Project Designer

95,000

110,000

130,000

95,000

110,000

130,000

Project Designer

75,000

85,000

95,000

75,000

85,000

95,000

Senior FF&E Designer

70,000

80,000

90,000

75,000

80,000

90,000

FF&E Designer

50,000

60,000

70,000

60,000

65,000

70,000

Senior Interior Architect

75,000

80,000

95,000

75,000

80,000

95,000

Interior Architect

55,000

60,000

72,000

55,000

60,000

72,000

Business Support Receptionist

25,000

35,000

40,000

25,000

35,000

40,000

Office Manager

45,000

60,000

70,000

45,000

60,000

70,000

Personal Assistant

42,000

50,000

62,000

42,000

50,000

62,000

Marketing Manager

80,000

89,000

95,000

80,000

89,000

95,000

Marketing Coordinator

48,000

55,000

65,000

48,000

55,000

65,000

Office Administrator

42,000

48,000

52,000

42,000

48,000

52,000

Bookkeeper

50,000

65,000

72,000

50,000

65,000

72,000

Business Dev Manager

65,000

75,000

90,000+

65,000

75,000

90,000+

Operations Manager

65,000

80,000

92,000+

65,000

80,000

92,000+

Practice Manager

70,000

80,000

90,000+

70,000

80,000

90,000+

Project Manager

78,000

85,000

90,000+

78,000

85,000

90,000+

Account Manager

70,000

83,000

90,000

70,000

83,000

90,000

Project Administrator

45,000

50,000

53,000

45,000

50,000

53,000

Studio Manager

48,000

62,000

72,000

48,000

62,000

72,000

Document Controller

45,000

52,000

58,000

45,000

52,000

58,000

HR Manager

75,000

86,000

95,000+

75,000

86,000

95,000+

Graphic Designer

55,000

68,500

82,000

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Market Update Summary Following a buoyant 2017, we expect the architectural and interior design market to continue in this way for the year ahead, with Los Angeles and San Francisco seeing parallel demands and trends. led by the recent development of the Salesforce Transit Centre and Salesforce Park, expected to open in Spring 2018. Salesforce isn’t the only tech giant securing space in the city, as Dropbox recently took on the city’s largest ever lease, with Facebook, Uber and Airbnb predicted to follow. This has resulted in a growing demand for workplace designers in the San Francisco market. Similar to Los Angeles, San Francisco is seeing a shortage of stock in the housing market, with ULI experts saying more condos and micro-units are required to aid rising housing demands in the city, fuelling demand for candidates with housing experience. Housing demands will continue to drive the LA market during 2018. Industry experts cite a shortage of mid-priced single-family homes in the area, the expectancy of Generation Z to enter the housing market, and the implementation of Measure HHH (a ballot initiative allocating $1.2 million to fund the development of homeless housing in LA) to expand opportunities within the housing market. The focus on expanding the transit system in preparation for the 2028 Olympics will also continue to drive market growth, with December seeing the beginning of the expansion of the Gold Line in Montclair (to be finished in 2027) and with Purple Line construction in full force. An increased focus on revitalising the LA River, the development of new campuses for large tech companies (such as Google and Snapchat) and shopping centres completing major renovations, all translates to a continual growing need for workplace and retail/ restaurant design experience. The San Francisco market also continues to be healthy. Despite dropping to the 27th spot in ULI’s predicted hottest markets in 2018, the city is experiencing a surge of urban development,

The numerous natural disasters and unusual weather patterns witnessed across the state are prompting local architects to consider the rebuilding effort ahead and the need for sustainable and durable materials in upcoming projects.

All of this translates to a dynamic and thriving market where, as it did in 2017, the supply of outstanding candidates struggles to keep up with demand. Mid-level candidates with a good balance of design and technical skills are the most sought-after. Many firms are now working hard to market themselves more successfully to candidates and new clients, and as a result, focusing on hiring marketing, communications and business development associates to create 21st century branding and social media strategies. The West Coast continues to change, with new developments in the markets happening every day. It’s an exciting time for architects and designers, and we expect the market to remain busy this coming year.

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Bespoke Careers About us We are a specialist recruitment agency dedicated to connecting jobseekers with employers in architecture and design. Set up by trained architects and designers with industry experience in practice – we really do understand our industry and care about the people who work within it. Established nearly 15 years ago, we recruit for high-profile design firms locally and internationally and have offices in London, Sydney, Melbourne, New York and Los Angeles.

We recruit across permanent and temporary assignments, from entry level appointments through to strategic/ leadership roles, across the following areas globally: Architecture Interior design Business support (including HR, marketing, IT, finance and admin)

A&D products and sales BIM specialists Strategic appointments Landscape & urban design Graphics & CGI

Ways to hire Permanent hires

Contract/temporary staffing

Retained search

Whether you are seeking to expand your current team or make a succession hire, we are best placed to help. With a global database of over 90,000 pre-screened candidates and an extensive network of top-tier contacts, Bespoke Careers can assist you with your search for the best professionals within the architecture and design industry – finding the right fit for your business.

If you need a temporary specialist, or require staff for a particular project, then Bespoke Careers can help. Our extensive network of pre-screened candidates is flexible and we’re confident that we can provide shortterm staffing solutions to meet those deadlines. We provide you with the temporary worker, handling all of the payroll and taxes etc, and you simply receive an invoice. We can also offer temp-to-perm solutions which gives you the flexibility to test new employees on the job and determine if they are the right fit for your business, minimising any risk before committing to a full-time hire.

Our retained search platform is designed for those highly sensitive strategic appointments which are harder to source and fill, such as principals, design leaders, technical directors, CFO, etc. Many people looking for their next strategic move will be doing so with the utmost discretion. We only work on a small number of retained searches at any one time – by paying a small retainer fee upfront, we will actively source people within our networks, identifying the most suitable candidates in the industry for your role.

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The Bespoke way Our clients benefit from a totally unique service for the following reasons: Our consultants are trained architects & designers. Our consultants have the advantage of having trained and worked in the industry they recruit for; this means they have an unrivalled passion for, and understanding of, our clients’ hiring needs and our candidates’ career aspirations. This experience allows us to assess strengths and weaknesses accurately when reviewing portfolios and to make informed judgements when matching candidates to our clients’ requirements.

Our candidate database is unrivalled. With over 90,000 pre-screened candidates on our global database and extensive networks from our time in industry, we really are best positioned to find you the highest quality talent for your roles. Every candidate we put forward has been interviewed and their portfolio reviewed – this means that when we introduce potential candidates to you we will have already met them and will have a solid understanding of their career to date and their aspirations moving forward. We never send out a CV without a candidate’s permission, meaning you only receive the best quality CVs from people who want to work for you.

We send our clients detailed interview notes. These include detailed notes about the applicant’s career aspirations, design ability and technical knowledge. These are then sent with the candidate’s CV and work samples, giving our clients a thorough understanding of the applicant’s expectations as well as their creative, technical and communication skills.

We have a dedicated video conferencing suite. We have a dedicated international interview suite fitted with webcam facilities where candidates can have a one-to-one interview with clients anywhere in the world, providing the client has a similar facility in their office.

Above and beyond just a recruiter. Along with finding great talent, we can give you advice including salary benchmarking, restructuring, market updates, international insights and how to come up with a great benefits package for your staff. Our passion for the design industry means we immerse ourselves in industry events and regularly provide CV and portfolio surgeries to support up-and-coming talent in our industry.

We can test applicants’ Revit/AutoCAD/ Microstation/ArchiCAD/Adobe skills. We have a long-standing contract with Knowledgesmart Ltd, the leading skills assessment software testing organisation, which allows us to assess candidates’ skills. Once we’ve interviewed candidates, they are directed to our in-house testing suite where they undertake an assessment. This allows us to provide our clients with a percentage result and a detailed report which outlines areas that could be improved with training.

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