Associate Electrical Engineer - Mission Critical Facilities

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global design firm is seeking an experienced Associate Electrical Engineer to focus on mission-critical facilities in the UK and Europe. This senior role involves leading high-profile projects, driving business development, and ensuring delivery excellence. Candidates should hold a degree in electrical engineering and possess strong managerial and client service skills. The firm values sustainability and innovation in its approach to design, making a positive impact on communities. Willingness to travel is also required.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in mission-critical electrical engineering projects.
• Strong communication and consulting skills for engaging with clients.
• Ability to deliver projects within budget and on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic, high-profile projects as a client-facing representative.
• Drive business development and strengthen client relationships.
• Ensure project delivery excellence with focus on standards and quality.

Skills

Expertise in mission-critical projects

Client service leadership

Managerial skills

Business acumen

Relationship management

Communication skills

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Job description

Join our Buildings Business as an Associate Electrical Engineer focusing on Mission Critical Facilities (Data Centres) and help deliver innovative, high-profile projects that shape the future of the built environment.

This is a senior level role and not an entry level opportunity.

About The Business

The buildings team at Stantec are on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations.

Why Stantec?

When we say community, we mean everybody with a stake in the work we do from the clients we collaborate with across many sectors, to the populations we reach, to the thousands of us working together to serve them.

Our promise, our values, and our voice support our purpose and guide us in all that we do.

We are defined by more than our services. We are defined by what we stand for, what we believe, and why we do what we do. We make a difference in the world by creating communities.

Purpose & Values | Stantec

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

In this role you will bring high-level electrical engineering expertise and integrated team delivery experience within the mission-critical sector to support the tactical leadership of our Stantec Mission Critical team. You will play a key role in growing and leading our mission-critical engineering practice across the UK and Europe.

As an Associate, you will:

• Lead strategic, high-profile projects and act as a trusted, client-facing representative.
• Drive business development by building new relationships, strengthening existing accounts, supporting proposals, and helping shape our market presence.
• Contribute to project delivery excellence, including standards, best practices and technical quality.
• Provide quality assurance, workload planning, and accountability for financial performance.
• Collaborate closely with other disciplines to deliver integrated, innovative solutions.
• Offer technical insight and client support where specialist guidance or oversight is needed.
• In this role you will contribute to positioning Stantec as a leader and industry innovator, ensuring we continue to stand out from competing firms in the mission-critical space.

What You’ll bring:

• Expertise in mission-critical projects, working effectively with architects, engineers, contractors, and facilities stakeholders.
• Proven ability to deliver exceptional client service and lead teams to exceed expectations.
• Strong managerial and leadership skills, including hiring, developing, and retaining top talent.
• Solid business acumen with experience in strategy, budgeting, and analysing business results.
• Experienced in business development, relationship management, and cross-selling services.
• Comprehensive understanding of building project delivery, including coordination across disciplines and knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Technology systems.
• Strong knowledge of codes, standards, and sustainable design principles.
• Skilled in risk management, project scope, and delivering projects on budget and schedule.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and consulting skills to engage clients and stakeholders confidently.
• Experience collaborating on Design-Build, Design-Assist, and Integrated Project Delivery projects.
• Willingness to travel regionally, nationally, or internationally as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with substantial related professional experience, especially within the mission critical sector