Architect

About the Role

Mott MacDonald, a global consultancy with over 20,000 professionals in more than 50 countries, is seeking an Architect to join its Buildings Unit across multiple UK locations including Birmingham, Belfast, Sheffield, Bristol, and Cambridge. This unit delivers architectural services at all RIBA stages on a diverse range of building typologies for clients nationally and internationally.

Job Overview

This opportunity is ideal for an Architect or Senior Architect eager to contribute to long-term projects while advancing their professional journey within a growing UK-wide architectural team. You will manage projects autonomously, collaborate closely with other engineering disciplines, and support delivery across various sectors.

Candidate Requirements

The preferred applicant will hold a degree or equivalent qualification in architecture and have experience working in UK architectural practices or similar environments. Essential qualifications include a Post Part 3 qualification and ARB registration. Candidates should showcase creativity, technical knowledge, and project leadership experience. Familiarity with Revit and BIM processes is crucial, alongside a firm grasp of current building regulations and standards such as Building Regulations and British Standards.

Additional Details

• Defence or Transport sector building experience is advantageous but not a requirement.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and work effectively to deadlines.
• Relocation support is not provided; internal applications welcomed.
• The offer of employment is contingent on securing the appropriate security clearance.
• Mott MacDonald does not offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship but accepts candidates eligible under other UK immigration routes not requiring sponsorship.
• The company promotes an agile hybrid working policy focusing on well-being, flexibility, and trust.
• Committed to equality, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility, with support available to candidates during the recruitment process.

Benefits

• Private medical insurance coverage for UK employees.
• Health cash plan and menopause support available.
• Comprehensive wellbeing program including family access.
• Pension contributions matched between 4.5% and 7%.
• Life assurance coverage up to 4 times salary, with options to increase coverage.
• Income protection and flexible benefits such as critical illness insurance and will writing.
• Annual bonus schemes reflecting the company’s financial performance.
• Generous holiday allowances starting at 33-35 days, increasing with service.
• Enhanced family leave policies, including paid maternity, adoption, paternity, partner, and shared parental leave.
• Professional development support including paid institution subscriptions and training opportunities.
• Participation in employee networks and community outreach programs.