Electrical Technical Director – Data Centre Leadership (Hybrid)

RED Engineering Design; Greater London, Bicester; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

23 days annual leave rising to 28

Contributory pension

Healthcare scheme

Bonus schemes

Training sponsorship

Volunteer leave

Wellness days

Competitive salary

Job summary

RED Engineering Design is seeking an experienced Electrical Technical Director for Data Centres, based in London or Bicester. The role leads the design and delivery of electrical services for complex projects, managing teams, budgets, and client relations.

You will drive engineering solutions, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor staff, and contribute to business development while coordinating with project stakeholders across the lifecycle of DATA Centre builds.

Qualifications

• BSc/BEng in Building Services or equivalent experience.
• Chartered Eng status or working towards it.
• Experience with design for building services and electrical systems.
• Experience managing projects abroad is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Takes team management and leadership role in development, design and coordination of engineering services.
• Carries out cost and profit diagnosis on projects including feasibility studies and fee proposals.
• Works closely with clients and project team to establish project requirements.
• Prepares project reports for management and clients.
• Liaises with clients and prospects for future business.
• Mentors younger engineers and supports continuous improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Costing/feasibility

Client liaison

Engineering calculations

BS standards/UK regs

Health & safety

Contract/business law

MS Office

Education

BSc/BEng in Building Services

Chartered Engineer

MCIBSE/MIEE or HND/HNC

Tools

MS Office

Job description

RED Engineering Design is seeking an experienced Electrical Technical Director for Data Centres, based in London or Bicester. The role leads the design and delivery of electrical services for complex projects, managing teams, budgets, and client relations.

You will drive engineering solutions, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor staff, and contribute to business development while coordinating with project stakeholders across the lifecycle of DATA Centre builds.