Archus wins SME of the year at the Constructing Excellence Midlands Awards
We are proud to announce that Archus has been named SME of the year at the Constructing Excellence Midlands Awards!
This prestigious honour reflects our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and excellence in healthcare infrastructure.
Winning SME of the year highlights our dedication to transforming healthcare environments, ensuring that facilities are designed and delivered to meet the evolving needs of patients and communities. From strategic advisory and technical expertise and delivery to programme and project management, we remain at the forefront of shaping the future of healthcare.
Empowering our people, strengthening our future
Our people are the driving force behind Archus. We are proud to be Investors in People Silver accredited and Best Companies Outstanding rated, demonstrating our commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic workplace.
Driving excellence in healthcare and better health outcomes
- Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (£814 million capital investment) - Archus provided Programme Management Office (PMO) leadership for the flagship and state-of-the-art of hospital, ensuring a seamless transition of healthcare services, optimised patient care pathways, and the advancement of community-based care. Since the hospital’s opening, the clinical impact has been significant, with an average reduction of 30 admissions per day and a 4% improvement in Emergency Department (ED) performance. This project has also delivered meaningful social value, with 79% of the Trust’s workforce now recruited from local communities. Additionally, more than 1,000 individuals have benefited from learning events, with plans in place to create over 1,280 learning opportunities within the hospital’s net-zero building.
- Solihull Elective Theatres – Managing the £35m development of six specialist elective theatres, designed to reduce waiting times and vastly improve the volume of surgeries undertaken each day. This project ensures patients in the region have access to care when they need it.
- Dorothy Pattison Hospital – Leading the business case and project management for a new £24m older adult mental health unit as part of the national dorm eradication programme. The new unit provides a therapeutic environment that supports recovery, dignity, and local healthcare needs and responds to the growing need for mental health services.
"Winning SME of the Year is a testament to the dedication, expertise, and passion of our team at Archus. We are committed to delivering transformative healthcare infrastructure that not only shapes the built environment but also enhances patient outcomes and community wellbeing. Our work in the UK has set a strong foundation, and now, we are focused on expanding our expertise globally- collaborating internationally, driving innovation, and ensuring that healthcare systems are fit for the future." Victoria Head, CEO
"I’m so proud of our team, who work in partnership with our clients every day to improve healthcare in the Midlands. To be recognised with this award is such an achievement. The team's dedication and hard work have been instrumental in delivering impactful and sustainable healthcare solutions for the communities we live and work in. This accolade motivates us to continue our work across the region in collaboration with our partners." Anna Fawcett, Regional Director and Partner
Strengthening local communities with purpose and partnership
Beyond infrastructure, we are deeply committed to supporting community wellbeing. We actively contribute by partnering with Acorns Children’s Hospice, donating to local foodbanks, supporting the University Hospitals Birmingham Charity, and mentoring aspiring professionals through the Social Mobility Foundation.
For more information on Archus and our award-winning projects, get in touch today.
