Solution Architect

Job No. BBUK
20054

Solution Architect - London

Enabling Functions

Information Technology

About the role
Balfour Beatty has an exciting opportunity for a Solution Architect to join our growing team in London The Solution Architect plays a critical role in designing and implementing robust IT solutions across multiple technologies and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Oracle, Microsoft) and aligning them with business objectives and technological advancements, whether organisation change or in work winning. As an experienced member of the team, the individual will focus on the more complex and major change needs, as well as mentoring more less experienced colleagues across various delivery and service teams, and building broad relations across technical and business teams.

This role contributes to the strategic development of enterprise software and infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and efficiency.
What you'll be doing
Design and deploy scalable and secure cloud-based architectures across multiple platforms (AWS, Oracle, Microsoft).Production of single or project specific High Level Designs (HLD).Participate in various governance activities including Vendor Due Diligence (VDD) checks, Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA), and our Technical Design Authority (TDA).Aide and influence Work Winning teams regarding any IT related elements. Responsible for the integration of enterprise software and solutions with existing IT architecture within projects.

Ensure all IT solutions meet the stringent security protocols and compliance requirements.

Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams, enhancing their capabilities and performance.

Identify strategic opportunities for technological advancement and system integration. Influence IT strategic planning and support decision-making within the department.

Evaluate new technology solutions for potential value to the business.

Facilitate clear and effective communication between IT and other business units.

Drive continuous improvement in IT practices and processes.

Maintain high-level oversight of project timelines and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business goals.

Assess and mitigate risks associated with IT architecture and data security
Who we're looking for
Proficient knowledge and experience in multi-cloud environments including AWS, Oracle, and Microsoft.

Strong understanding of enterprise construction software, alongside general software, hardware, and infrastructure knowledge.

Familiarity with IT security best practices and standards.

Experience with system integration patterns, APIs, middleware, and data migration strategies.

Ability to conduct technical feasibility assessments and risk analysis.

Experience in vendor evaluation, solution comparison, and technical governance processes.

Demonstrable technical leadership and clear communication skills.

Track record of stakeholder engagement and act as a bridge between business and technical stakeholders to ensure understanding and acceptance on preferred solutions.
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave

Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us
Balfour Beatty Group Enabling Functions are Legal, Finance, IT and Procurement, Communications, Health Safety and Environment, HR and Sustainability. Together, they support delivery of our Build to Last strategy whilst…