Senior Manager - Electrical Design Engineering

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing building services consultancy is seeking a Senior Manager or Associate Director to lead their Electrical Design Engineering function. You will oversee the electrical engineering department, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance with UK regulations while managing multi-disciplinary projects. Candidates must have significant experience in the sector, strong technical skills, and a leading role in driving projects forward. This position offers a strategic leadership opportunity in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Clear career progression

Collaborative work environment

Influence in strategic leadership

Qualifications

• 12-15+ years’ experience in building services, with 5+ years in senior leadership.
• Strong technical expertise in UK electrical systems.
• Proven track record in managing teams and delivering complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering services across diverse projects.
• Oversee electrical designs and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Mentor and inspire the electrical design team.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical Design

Project Management

Client Engagement

Education

Degree in Electrical or Building Services Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Dialux/Relux

Job description

Our Client is a growing, forward-thinking building services consultancy delivering innovative, high-quality solutions across commercial and residential sectors. As they expand, they are looking for an exceptional leader, a Senior Manager or Associate Director, to take charge of their Electrical Design Engineering function.

The Role

In this senior leadership position, you’ll lead their electrical engineering department, drive multi-disciplinary projects, mentor talented engineers, and set the highest standards for delivery and client satisfaction. You’ll have direct influence on both day-to-day operations and the long-term strategic direction of the business.

What You’ll Be Doing

Strategic & Technical Leadership

• Lead electrical engineering services across diverse commercial and residential projects.
• Be the technical authority and trusted client partner throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to business development, bids, and strategic planning.

Design & Compliance

• Oversee electrical designs covering power distribution, lighting, control systems, and specialist systems.
• Ensure designs meet all UK regulations and best practice (IET Wiring Regs, CDM, CIBSE, BSRIA).
• Produce and review schematic and layout drawings (AutoCAD, Bluebeam, etc.).
• Carry out site surveys and prepare detailed reports.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and inspire the electrical design team.
• Support the professional growth of engineers at all levels.
• Collaborate closely with project managers and multi-disciplinary teams.

Commercial Management

• Oversee project scopes, budgets, and resources.
• Monitor profitability, productivity, and timely delivery.

Client Engagement

• Present technical solutions with confidence.
• Build lasting relationships with clients, developers, architects, and contractors.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Electrical or Building Services Engineering (Master’s ).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with IET or equivalent.
• 12–15+ years’ experience in building services, with 5+ years in senior leadership.
• Strong technical expertise in UK electrical systems.
• Proven track record in managing teams and delivering complex projects.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Dialux/Relux, and industry-standard tools.

Why Join Us?

• Shape and grow a high-performing engineering team.
• Enjoy real influence in a strategic leadership role.
• Work on exciting, varied projects in a collaborative environment.
• Be part of a growing consultancy with clear career progression.