Electrical Technical Director, Data Centre Systems

WSP Global Inc.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Electrical Technical Director for the Birmingham office, focusing on the Data Centre sector with our Mission Critical Facilities team. You will lead a team of engineers, drive strategic initiatives, and collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver high‑value projects.

In this role you will shape the electrical design strategy, manage budgets and schedules, and mentor engineers across the UK/EMEA.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer status or working towards with CIBSE/IET.
• Deep understanding of electrical power systems for data centres.
• Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong client-facing and PM skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead DC electrical design and project delivery within budgets.
• Develop client relationships and promote WSP capabilities.
• Mentor engineers and manage project teams.
• Ensure energy efficiency and safety compliance.
• Forecast work pipeline and contribute to bids.

Skills

Chartered Engineer

Electrical design

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Energy management

Education

Chartered Engineer (CIBSE/IET)

Job description

WSP is seeking an Electrical Technical Director for the Birmingham office, focusing on the Data Centre sector with our Mission Critical Facilities team. You will lead a team of engineers, drive strategic initiatives, and collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver high‑value projects.

In this role you will shape the electrical design strategy, manage budgets and schedules, and mentor engineers across the UK/EMEA.