Construction Code and Standard Knowledge
Understanding of codes and standards for construction compliance and safety.
Skill demand · ONS UK online job adverts
How common is architecture, engineering, construction (aec) software skills and knowledge domains?
This requirement appears in 0.3% of UK new online job adverts in 2025. Its share rose by 0.1 percentage points compared with 2024.
The latest year is partial. Comparisons with full years need care. 2026 figures have not been published yet.Share of new adverts0.3%UK · 2025
Change in share+0.1 pp2024 to 2025
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What this skill category covers
Official detailed requirements in this ONS group
Building Information Modelling (BIM) and CAD Software
Develop, design, and document architectural, engineering, and construction projects using CAD and BIM tools for 2D drafting, 3D modelling, and MEP system planning.
Structural Engineering and Analysis Software
Utilize structural engineering and analysis software to design and validate building and infrastructure projects.
BIM Model Checking Software Skills
Ability to use software for checking Building Information Models for accuracy and compliance.
3D Rendering Software Skills
Ability to use 3D rendering software for visualization and design purposes.
Historic Preservation Technique Skills
Ability to apply techniques for preserving historic structures and artifacts.
Structural Design Software Skills
Ability to use software for designing structural components and systems.
ONS Table 1 detailed requirements · SCO05.01. Shares can overlap because an advert may mention several requirements.
Roles that often need this skill category
Occupations where architecture, engineering, construction (aec) software skills and knowledge domains appears most often in UK new adverts
| # | Occupation | Share of occupation adverts | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Architects Example titles: Architect · Formwork designer · Project architect · Landscape designer | 19.5% | |
| 2 | Interior designers Example titles: Interior designer · Team leader · Décor designer · Kitchen planner | 18.1% | |
| 3 | Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters Example titles: Window fitter · Unit maker · Lead worker · Glass cutter | 18.0% | |
| 4 | Civil engineers Example titles: Civil engineer · Mud engineer · City surveyor · Works officer | 14.8% | |
| 5 | Archivists, conservators and curators Example titles: Curator · Museum keeper · Museum officer · Museum educator | 9.9% | |
| 6 | CAD, drawing and architectural technicians Example titles: Cad technician · Map checker · Cad designer · Cad engineer | 8.3% | |
| 7 | Chartered architectural technologists, planning officers and consultants Example titles: Chartered architectural technologist · Town planner · Urban designer · Planning officer | 7.0% | |
| 8 | Roofers, roof tilers and slaters Example titles: Roof tiler · Felt fixer · Felt layer · Roof fixer | 4.3% | |
| 9 | Construction and building trades n.e.c. Example titles: Building manager · Rov pilot · Bar bender · Box builder | 3.7% | |
| 10 | Physical scientists Example titles: Scientist · Mud logger · Gas examiner · Research worker | 3.5% |
How related skills compare
Skills within Architecture and Construction
| # | Skill | Share of adverts | Change (pp) | View |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Construction and Built Environment Construction Design and Regulatory Compliance · Flooring Installation · Utility Operation Skills | 23.9% | +2.6 pp | |
| 2 | Building Systems and Utilities Plumbing Systems and Water Supply Management · Lighting Control and Component Skills · HVAC Duct System Design Skills | 2.8% | +0.1 pp | |
| 3 | Architecture, Engineering, Construction (AEC) Software Skills and Knowledge Domains Selected skill · Construction Code and Standard Knowledge · Building Information Modelling (BIM) and CAD Software · Structural Engineering and Analysis Software | 0.3% | +0.1 pp | |
| 4 | Civil and Geotechnical Engineering Embankment Design Technique Skills · Erosion Control Technique Skills | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 5 | Electrical and Lighting Systems Ballast Technology Knowledge | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 6 | Civil Maintenance Snow Removal Operations | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 7 | Furniture and Interior Design Interior Product Knowledge | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 8 | Electrical and Building Safety Lightning Protection System Installation | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 9 | Civil and Pipeline Engineering Cured-In-Place Pipe Installation | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 10 | Civil Engineering and CAD Bentley GEOPAK Civil Design Skills | 0.0% | 0.0 pp |
About these figures
How to interpret skill demand
Source: Office for National Statistics, UK online job adverts. Shares describe new adverts reporting the requirement. An advert may mention several skills, so their shares do not add up to 100%. A rise from 10% to 12% is an increase of 2 percentage points.
These figures do not establish a salary premium, proficiency level, or which skills are requested together. This page has no published skill-specific salary or location breakdown.
ONS · 2025 · partial year · 2026 figures have not been published yet. · Open Government Licence v3.0. ONS does not endorse Jobmundo.