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Work environment
Periti may be employed in the private or public sector. The role is typically on a full-time basis, and work is often project specific and may vary. Working additional hours, especially when working to tight deadlines, is often required.
Periti divide their time between the office/studio, where they meet with clients, develop reports and drawings, and work with other Architects and Engineers, and visits to construction sites in order to review the progress of the project and also ensure clients’ objectives and safety requirements are met.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
To work as a Perit, a qualification in Architecture, Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering at MQF Level 7 is required. Training programmes include:
• Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering) (University of Malta) (MQF Level 7)
• Master of Architecture (Architectural Design) (University of Malta) (MQF Level 7)
Upon successful completion of the above, graduates are required to undertake a one-year professional traineeship under the supervision of a warranted Perit. Further to this training period, candidates are assessed by the Periti Warranting Board and, if successful, are granted the Warrant of Perit.
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
A valid driving licence is typically required for this role.
Knowledge and skills
Periti are expected to have:
• Hand-drawing skills (where applicable)
• Knowledge of materials, methods and tools that would be involved in the construction/
repair of buildings or other structures
• Knowledge of local legislation related to
building and construction
• Proficiency in Mathematics such as algebra,
geometry and statistics
• The ability to work with different types
of people and professionals and in a
multidisciplinary setting
• An understanding of health and safety
procedures
Transferable skills should include:
• Interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills in Maltese
and English
• Organisational and planning skills
• Analytical, problem solving and decision
making skills
• Time management skills
• The ability to work under pressure and meet
deadlines
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
• Leadership skills
Number of employees (2017)
732
Share of foreigners (2017)
17%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+27%
Median Pay (per annum)
€21,100
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