Electrical Technical Director, Data Centre Solutions

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Electrical Technical Director for our London Data Centre team. You will lead a skilled group of engineers, drive innovative electrical solutions, and ensure reliable, energy‑efficient data centre operations.

This role demands strategic thinking, strong communication, and a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget. You will develop client relationships across the UK/EMEA, manage budgets, and collaborate with senior leadership to shape technical

Qualifications

• Chartered professional engineer status or working towards registration.
• Proven electrical design experience for data centres and critical facilities.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of electrical engineers and technicians on DC projects.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and win work with profitable delivery.
• Build client relationships with UK and EMEA stakeholders.
• Collaborate with directors to implement strategic initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Chartered Electrical Engineer or...

Electrical design engineering

Project management

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Customer focus

Budgeting & forecasting

Education

Chartered Electrical Engineer (CIBSE/IET) or working towards

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Job description

WSP is seeking an Electrical Technical Director for our London Data Centre team. You will lead a skilled group of engineers, drive innovative electrical solutions, and ensure reliable, energy‑efficient data centre operations.

This role demands strategic thinking, strong communication, and a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget. You will develop client relationships across the UK/EMEA, manage budgets, and collaborate with senior leadership to shape technical