Architect

About Mott MacDonald and the Role

Mott MacDonald is an international engineering, management, and development consultancy, employing over 20,000 staff in more than 50 countries and 140 offices. The company fosters a supportive environment where employees can grow as experts or diversify their experience through global collaboration. The Buildings Unit (BLD) is active throughout the UK and Europe, providing diverse skills across sectors such as Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

The architecture team, recently ranked 28th by AJ100, is integral to Mott MacDonald’s Buildings Unit. They provide architectural expertise throughout multidisciplinary projects, collaborating with engineering teams. This vacancy is for a skilled Architect to join the expanding UK-wide architecture team, engaging in a variety of sectors and project types across Ireland, the UK, Europe, and globally.

Role Overview

The Architect will contribute across all RIBA stages on a broad portfolio of projects, many running long term. The role involves autonomous project leadership, coordination with engineering disciplines, and overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will have a degree or equivalent qualification in architecture, UK experience within architectural practices or similar environments, and proven ability managing projects. Creativity, confidence, meticulous attention to detail, technical knowledge, and collaborative skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities and Skills

• Deliver projects from design through technical phases
• Manage multiple projects concurrently while meeting deadlines
• Collaborate effectively with design teams and engineering colleagues
• Demonstrate strong working knowledge of Building Regulations and British Standards
• Utilize Revit and BIM technologies proficiently

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Architect (Post part 3) registered with ARB
• Previous post-qualification architectural experience within the UK
• Experience in Defence or Transport building projects is advantageous though not mandatory

Additional Information

This position is based in Birmingham, Belfast, Sheffield, Bristol, or Cambridge, UK. Relocation support is not provided, but internal candidates are encouraged to apply. Offers are conditional upon obtaining appropriate Security Clearance.

Mott MacDonald is committed to diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Due to UK immigration rule changes, sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa is not available; candidates must be eligible under other routes without sponsorship.

The company supports agile working with a hybrid policy offering flexibility and trust to enable effective work-life balance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage including private medical insurance, health cash plans, and menopause support
• Generous pension matching between 4.5% and 7%
• Life assurance up to 4 times salary, with options to increase
• Income protection and critical illness insurance schemes
• Minimum 33-35 days annual leave, increasing with service, with flexible leave options
• Enhanced family leave packages with up to 26 weeks maternity/adoption pay and shared parental leave up to 24 weeks at full pay
• Professional development opportunities including paid professional subscriptions and mentoring
• Employee networks promoting inclusion for LGBTQ+, gender, race, disability, and carers

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

The company strives to foster an inclusive environment where all individuals are valued. Support is available for applicants needing assistance throughout recruitment.