Electrical Technical Director, Data Centre Leadership

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working: work from home up to two days a week

Health & wellbeing support

Development and training opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in London is seeking a Technical Director Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical team in the Data Centre sector. This role involves managing projects, developing client relationships across the UK and EMEA, and mentoring a team of engineers. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in electrical systems, project management experience, and skills in innovative problem-solving. Alongside competitive benefits, the position supports hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Profound understanding of electrical systems: power distribution, generation, critical backup.
• Project management experience overseeing timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Adaptability to evolving technologies and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management, vision, values, and leadership of the electrical team.
• Build relationships with clients, developers, contractors, and architects.
• Oversee team performance including finance and operational management.

Skills

Leadership and team-management skills

Innovative problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Customer focus

Education

Chartered or aspiring for chartership through CIBSE/IET

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in London is seeking a Technical Director Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical team in the Data Centre sector. This role involves managing projects, developing client relationships across the UK and EMEA, and mentoring a team of engineers. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in electrical systems, project management experience, and skills in innovative problem-solving. Alongside competitive benefits, the position supports hybrid working arrangements.