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Technical Director of Architecture (Nuclear Facilities)AECOM • Greater London, England, UK
Technical Director of Architecture (Nuclear Facilities)

Technical Director of Architecture (Nuclear Facilities)

AECOM • Greater London, England, UK
10 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

As a Technical Director, you will coordinate and lead the delivery of complex, multidisciplinary projects in the Nuclear Sector (Civil and/or Defence). You’ll also collaborate across AECOM’s UK network and support strategic growth, work-winning, project delivery, client engagement, and the highest standards of design.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design Leadership
    • Drive progressive, innovative design solutions aligned with client goals and AECOM’s design excellence ethos.
    • Provide expert input at early design stages and maintain leadership throughout project lifecycles.
    • Ensure Safety in Design principles are embedded across all stages.
    • Oversee materials selection, building systems, and the production of specifications.
  • Team & Technical Management
    • Lead and mentor a high-performing architectural team within a multidisciplinary environment.
    • Ensure quality, accuracy, and full coordination of design documentation.
    • Foster a collaborative, creative team culture with strong morale and professional development.
    • Champion the use of digital technologies and cutting-edge workflows to improve design outcomes and productivity.
  • Project & Operational Oversight
    • Organise and manage project timelines, resources, and budgets.
    • Forecast and allocate resources effectively to meet project and business needs.
    • Contribute to and implement AECOM’s Technical Excellence and CPD initiatives.
  • Client Engagement & Commercial
    • Build strong client relationships and act as a key liaison with contractors, stakeholders, and government bodies.
    • Support bid preparation, business development, and thought leadership.
    • Ensure commercial performance, including NEC contract administration if required and designing to budget.

About You

Requirements:

  • Demonstrable leadership in architectural delivery within Nuclear Sector (Civil and/or Defence) and/or other highly regulated industry.
  • Proven experience delivering infrastructure projects within a multi-disciplinary consultancy.
  • Skilled in design management, stakeholder negotiation, and multi-disciplinary collaboration.
  • Confident decision-maker with a strong understanding of project lifecycles and risk management.
  • Ability to lead teams through complex challenges with foresight and technical acumen.

Preferred Capabilities:

  • Experience delivering solutions to Nuclear Safety Case requirements.
  • Ability and experience of working in a number of different delivery models with respect to complex projects and multi-disciplinary teams, including with/to Design and Build contractors.
  • Proven track record of client management.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

  • Full registration as an Architect with the Architects Registration Board (ARB) is mandatory for this position.
  • Possession of a relevant degree or professional qualification in Architecture from an accredited institution is required.

The successful candidate must demonstrate an unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professional practice in the field of architecture, particularly within the context of nuclear facilities.

Additional Information

You will be required to either already have SC clearance or the ability to obtain security clearance in the UK.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address ReasonableAccommodationsUKI@aecom.com if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

Benefits

A wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs are available to meet the diverse needs of employees and their families. We provide support for professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a culture that values equity, diversity and inclusion.

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