Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
architectural drafter
ESCO occupation · 20 essential, 22 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
mathematics
construction legal systems
draft design specifications
construction methods
create technical plans
CAD software
use technical drawing software
design drawings
technical drawings
integrate engineering principles in architectural design
draw blueprints
building codes
execute analytical mathematical calculations
check architectural drawings on site
use CAD software
create architectural sketches
zoning codes
use CADD software
CADD software
manual draughting techniques
Optional & specialised skills
advise architects
use measurement instruments
civil engineering
manage tender processes
topography
create electrical wiring diagram
apply digital mapping
advise on construction materials
prepare building permit applications
architecture regulations
prepare construction documents
estimate budget for interior design plans
provide cost benefit analysis reports
meet building regulations
communicate with construction crews
cartography
advise on building matters
advise on architectural matters
develop a specific interior design
prepare assembly drawings
use manual draughting techniques
coordinate construction activities
Other matches: electromechanical drafter · legislative drafter · automotive engineering drafter · marine engineering drafter · civil drafter
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.