Strategy
The True Cost of a Vacant Architecture Role
June 12, 202610 min read
A vacant seat doesn't just save you salary; it costs you project progress, team burnout, and client goodwill.
When a key role (like a Project Architect) sits vacant:
- Remaining team members work overtime, leading to fatigue and design errors.
- Project GFC sheet releases slide, triggering execution delays on site.
- Principals are forced to handle drafting, losing focus on business development.
- Vacancy costs typically scale to 3x the monthly salary of the open role.
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