Senior Tech Director — Regulated Power & Utilities (UK)

GHD; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme and medical cover

Clear career progression pathways

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Technical Director in Regulated Power/Utilities to provide senior technical leadership and enhance client engagement. The role requires proven experience in regulated electricity and strong stakeholder relationships. Responsibilities involve managing significant consultancy projects, mentoring engineers, and ensuring excellence in project delivery. The position supports flexible/hybrid working arrangements and offers competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead complex consultancy engagements (ideally £1m+).
• Credible experience engaging with regulators and board members.
• Experience in regulated electricity and power networks.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical lead for major engagements in regulated power.
• Build relationships across utilities and government bodies.
• Ensure delivery excellence in multi-million-pound projects.
• Mentor senior engineers and shape technical excellence.

Skills

Senior technical leadership experience

Stakeholder engagement across utilities

Executive level communication

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Technical Director in Regulated Power/Utilities to provide senior technical leadership and enhance client engagement. The role requires proven experience in regulated electricity and strong stakeholder relationships. Responsibilities involve managing significant consultancy projects, mentoring engineers, and ensuring excellence in project delivery. The position supports flexible/hybrid working arrangements and offers competitive salary and benefits.