Principal Electrical Design Engineer – Building Services

Kier Group; Liverpool, Greater London; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group is looking for a Principal Electrical Design Engineer to join our Building Services team in Liverpool or London. The role focuses on delivering sustainable, compliant and cost‑effective electrical designs from concept through construction, with emphasis on technical excellence and cross‑disciplinary collaboration.

You will manage a multi‑disciplinary team, drive bid opportunities, and build strong client relationships while delivering to budget and timescales.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer and member of CIBSE or IET.
• Experience in leading multi‑discipline engineering teams.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a broader audience.
• Experience applying quality procedures and document control in engineering design.
• Able to pass the BPSS security checks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex building services electrical design from concept to construction.
• Lead and mentor a multi‑disciplinary engineering team.
• Coordinate across disciplines to deliver coordinated solutions.
• Support business development and client meetings to bring in new opportunities.
• Ensure designs meet client requirements, budget and schedule.

Skills

Chartered Engineer

Leadership

Communication

Quality procedures

BPSS

Education

Electrical Building Services or Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Kier Group is looking for a Principal Electrical Design Engineer to join our Building Services team in Liverpool or London. The role focuses on delivering sustainable, compliant and cost‑effective electrical designs from concept through construction, with emphasis on technical excellence and cross‑disciplinary collaboration.

You will manage a multi‑disciplinary team, drive bid opportunities, and build strong client relationships while delivering to budget and timescales.