Construction & Evaluation focuses on the construction administration and post-construction phases of a project. This includes being out on the job site; meeting with contractors, clients, and building officials; and punching lists.
Required hours: 360
Read the AXP Guidelines
Learn how to document your experience and see a list of all experience areas and tasks with the Architectural Experience Program® (AXP®) Guidelines.
You may find it difficult to gain job site experience early in your career. So start with smaller tasks that can be performed in the office, and talk with your supervisor about upcoming opportunities to make field observations.
Note: Effective November 18, 2025, NCARB will refresh the descriptions of the six experience areas to align with NCARB's Competency Standard for Architects. As part of this update, NCARB will remove the tasks from AXP for candidates following the hourly reporting method. The required hours per area will not be impacted. Learn more.
By the time you've completed the AXP, you should be able to competently perform the following tasks:
- Review shop drawings and submittals during construction for conformance with design intent
- Respond to Contractor Requests for Information
- Complete field reports to document field observations from construction site visit
- Review results from field reports, third-party inspections, and other test results for conformance with contract documents
- Review Application and Certificate for Payment
- Manage project close-out procedures and documentation
Find more information about all experience areas in the AXP on our website or in the AXP Guidelines.