Lead Electrical Engineer - Sustainable Building Design

Hoare Lea; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

25 days annual leave (increasing with service)

Flexible working conditions

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Exeter seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to deliver high-quality, sustainable electrical engineering solutions. In this key role, you will lead design delivery on complex projects, manage internal teams, and build client relationships. Ideal candidates will have Chartered status, extensive technical knowledge, and excellent client-facing skills. The company offers a flexible work environment, professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including private medical cover and a 9-day fortnight scheme.

Qualifications

• Qualified and recognised in the industry, preferably with Chartered status.
• Proven, in depth technical knowledge in electrical/building services design.
• Strong understanding of complementary disciplines and experience leading integrated design teams.
• Commercial awareness with experience monitoring project costs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design delivery for significant and complex schemes.
• Manage client and consultant relationships professionally.
• Represent Hoare Lea at project meetings.
• Monitor project expenditure, costs, and resource requirements.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and programme deadlines.

Skills

Technical knowledge in electrical/building services design

Client facing skills

Organisational and planning skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in industry software (Revit, AutoCAD)

Education

Chartered status or equivalent

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Dialux

OM Electrical

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in Exeter seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to deliver high-quality, sustainable electrical engineering solutions. In this key role, you will lead design delivery on complex projects, manage internal teams, and build client relationships. Ideal candidates will have Chartered status, extensive technical knowledge, and excellent client-facing skills. The company offers a flexible work environment, professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including private medical cover and a 9-day fortnight scheme.