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Senior Architect
Senior Architect – Nuclear, Civil & Defence (Energy Unit)
Locations: Altrincham or Glasgow, UK Recruiter contact: Cassidy Browne
About Mott MacDonald
Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy, employing over 20,000 professionals across 50+ countries. With expertise spanning industries like energy, infrastructure, and transport, we deliver impactful work that drives societal progress. Our people-led culture fosters collaboration, learning, and growth, enabling each individual to thrive in an employee-owned, inclusive environment. Join us if you’re committed to excellence and making a difference.
About the Energy Unit
The Energy Unit provides integrated engineering and project management services globally, specialising in sectors including:
- Hydropower
- Nuclear
- Waste solutions
- Renewable generation
- Transmission & distribution networks
We support clients through the entire project lifecycle—from concept and design to construction, operations, and even decommissioning or repowering. By working with trusted partners, we accelerate the global energy transition.
Role Overview: Senior Architect (Nuclear, Civil & Defence)
We seek a creative, detail-oriented Senior Architect with hands-on experience in highly regulated environments to lead our Nuclear, Civil, and Defence division within the Energy Unit. This is a career-defining opportunity to:
- Shape technology-driven, large-scale projects.
- Provide technical leadership and guide bids/proposals.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across high-profile nuclear industry clients.
This role offers a chance to grow in design, project management, BIM, and technical detailing, while collaborating with UK-wide specialists and global experts in the Nuclear Energy sector.
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Key Responsibilities
- Exercise technical oversight to ensure optimal design solutions.
- Lead bids and proposals with a commercial and client-focused approach.
- Coordinate and deliver high-level projects across their lifecycle.
- Support bid review and improvement activities for tender submissions.
- Manage technical stakeholders and direct multidisciplinary project teams.
- Contribute to transferable technical knowledge and project quality culture.
Requirements
Essential Qualifications
- Post-Part 3/Qualified Architect with ARB registration.
- Member of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).
Experience
- Extensive post-qualification experience in regulated industries (e.g., nuclear, civil, defence).
- Proven track record leading large-scale projects—from concept/design through to planning and completion.
- Exceptional project management and technical expertise, with a focus on design-led solutions.
Skills & Attributes
- Strong inter-personal and communication skills.
- Ability to dress appropriately and comfortably within the project environment.
- Familiarity with UK security clearance processes (offers are conditional on obtaining clearance).
Our Commitment
We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, reflecting the communities we serve. Differences in ability and experience strengthen our workforce.
Working Conditions
- "Right to work" in the UK: We meet UK government immigration requirements.
- Hybrid working: Trust-based flexibility aligned with client and team needs.
- Sponsorship: Our Skilled Worker visa sponsorship is now suspended for this role. However, we welcome applicants eligible for alternative immigration routes.
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Benefits & Perks
Join a future-ready workplace with premium benefits including:
Financial Security
- Pension contribution matching (4.5%–7%).
- Life assurance up to 4× salary (optional increase to 6×).
- Income protection and customisable benefits (critical illness, payroll saving).
- Annual bonuses sharing business success via an employee ownership model.
Health & Wellbeing
- Comprehensive private medical insurance.
- Health cashplan for everyday expenses.
- Menopause support via Peppy specialists.
- Family-friendly discounts on childcare, healthcare, and holidays.
Development & Inclusion
- Professional subscription fees covered.
- Mentoring, training, and career acceleration opportunities.
- Diversity & networks: Supportive communities for LGBTQ+, neurodiverse, military veterans, and carers.
Family-Friendly Policies
- 33–35 days holiday (increases to 35 days after 5 years).
- Paid militarised leave for Reservists (10 days/year).
- Enhanced parental leave: 26 weeks paid for maternity/adoption; 2 weeks paid for partners.
- Caring leave: Up to 5 days (2 paid) for significant responsibilities.
Ready to shape the future of nuclear energy? Apply now. We serve a brighter future—one design at a time.
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