Electrical Technical Director, Data Centre

WSP; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and training

Career development

Job summary

WSP in Birmingham is seeking an Electrical Technical Director for the Data Centre sector. You will lead a team of engineers, drive innovative electrical design, and ensure the reliability and scalability of mission-critical facilities.

Based at The Mailbox, you will collaborate with clients, developers and architects across the UK and Europe to win work, manage budgets, forecast demand, and share knowledge with colleagues globally.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards Chartered status (CIBSE/IET).
• Proven expertise in electrical systems, power distribution, and data centre back-up.
• Strong leadership and project-management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of electrical engineers and technicians.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives within the DC/MEP team.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and client-facing activities to win work.

Skills

Leadership

Chartered Engineer

Electrical design

Project management

Client relations

Strategic vision

Communication

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng) via CIBSE/IET

Job description

WSP in Birmingham is seeking an Electrical Technical Director for the Data Centre sector. You will lead a team of engineers, drive innovative electrical design, and ensure the reliability and scalability of mission-critical facilities.

Based at The Mailbox, you will collaborate with clients, developers and architects across the UK and Europe to win work, manage budgets, forecast demand, and share knowledge with colleagues globally.