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A new report by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has found that overtime continues to be prevalent in the UK profession. The report found that 90% of architectural workers have worked more than their contracted hours, with the average employee working 44 hours a week despite being contracted to work 37.5 hours per week.
Two-thirds of the 1,450 people who responded to the RIBA’s survey said that they were not compensated for overtime. Only 6% received payment, with 23% receiving ‘time off in lieu.’ In 2021, Archinect reported in-depth on the prevalence of unpaid overtime across the UK profession.
Low pay remains a pressing issue, particularly among younger, early-career professionals. 76% of Architectural Assistants with undergraduate qualifications, and 13% with Master's qualifications, are paid below the Real Living Wage, as defined by the UK's Real Living Wage Foundation. By age group, 69% of those aged 21–24 and 11% of those aged 25–34 do not receive the Real Living Wage.
The report also notes that many staff rely on supplementary income to meet basic living costs, while overall satisfaction with pay and working conditions is low. 55% of respondents expressed dissatisfaction, with younger staff reporting higher levels of discontent.
Mental health and well-being emerged as additional areas of concern. Over half (54%) of practice staff reported that their work negatively impacts their mental health; findings that mirror those of Archinect's 2024 Mental Health Survey. Levels of dissatisfaction were higher among younger employees.
The survey further indicates a perception of insufficient support from employers. Only 27% of respondents agreed that their organization prevents excessive stress, 29% felt mental health support was adequate, and 35% believed they were supported in maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
The report comes months after a separate report by the UK's Architects Registration Board found 'staggering' discrimination and sexual misconduct levels in the UK architecture profession.
So that's 59% overall of the workforce working uncompensated overtime. Probably a similar number or more in the USA.
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