How to move Client-Side as an Architect to a Developer or Main Contractor

Moving client-side can be appealing for architects and architecture professionals, but the applications need to be positioned properly if they are going to make the shortlist.Stephen Drew speaks with Stephen Glands about moving from architecture into a developer or main contractor, including applications, transferable skills, salary pressures, shortlists, positioning and mistakes candidates should avoid.The conversation covers: Why some architects consider moving into developers or main contractors How to position architecture experience for client-side roles Why many applications fail before reaching the shortlist What transferable skills candidates should make clear How to think about salary, market context and career trade-offs ____▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoSVMvPr4SE📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/how-to-move-client-side-as-an-architect-to-a-developer-or-main-contractor/Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:https://architecturesocial.com/The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:https://archademia.com/architecture-social/Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.____Chapters 00:00 Introduction to moving client-side from architecture 05:00 Why developers and main contractors can appeal to architects 10:00 Common reasons candidates want to move client-side 15:00 What makes applications get lost in the inbox 20:00 Transferable skills and how to position architecture experience 25:00 Shortlisting, credibility and mistakes to avoid 30:00 Working with recruiters and understanding the client-side market 35:00 Salary, cost of living and career trade-offs 40:00 How to prepare before applying 45:00 Practical advice from Stephen Glands 50:00 Final thoughts on making the move successfully