Responsibilities vary but typically

Responsibilities vary but typically include:

discussing the objectives, requirements and budget of a project;
consulting with other professionals about design;
preparing and presenting feasibility reports and design proposals to the client;
advising the client on the practicality of their project;
using IT in design and project management, specifically using computer-aided design software;
keeping within financial budgets and deadlines;
producing detailed workings, drawings and specifications;
specifying the nature and quality of materials required;
preparing tender applications and presentations;
negotiating with contractors and other professionals;
preparing applications for planning and building control departments;
drawing up tender documents for contracts;
project managing and helping to coordinate the work of contractors;
controlling a project from start to finish;
regular site visits to check on progress, ensuring that the project is running on time and to budget;
resolving problems and issues that arise during construction;
ensuring that the environmental impact of the project is managed.