Technical Director – Electrical (Data Centres & Mission Critical)

Eligo Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Eligo Recruitment in London is seeking an Electrical Technical Director to lead design governance and delivery for data centres and mission-critical projects. You will mentor engineers, drive client relationships, and oversee technical quality from concept through commissioning within a global consultancy framework.

The role combines hands-on leadership with strategic business growth, requiring Chartered Engineer status, strong knowledge of UK BS standards, and experience in high-density power

Qualifications

• Degree and chartered status (CEng) required.
• Extensive data centre and mission-critical project delivery experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and BS standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership, design governance, and calculations across major projects.
• Perform due diligence, site surveys and audits for data centres.
• Direct multi-disciplinary teams and contribute to office leadership.
• Oversee project financials, proposals, and margin delivery.
• Develop client relationships and support procurement and tenders.
• Contribute industry thought leadership via papers and events.
• Ensure QA/QC and risk management throughout delivery lifecycle.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Leadership & mentoring

Client & stakeholder comms

Education

BSc/BEng in Electrical Engineering or Building Services

Chartered Engineer (CEng) with MCIBSE/MIET

Job description

Technical Director – Electrical (Data Centres & Mission Critical)

Central London (Hybrid / 2 days a week)

Full-time, Permanent

Engineering Consultancy / Mission Critical & Data Centres

About the Role

Are you a proven Electrical Technical Director looking to take on a key leadership position within a globally renowned engineering consultancy?

We are seeking an experienced technical authority and business leader to join our London office.

In this role, you will lead the design, governance, and delivery of complex, high-stakes building services engineering projects - with a major focus on data centres, mission-critical infrastructure, and complex developments.

Sitting at the intersection of technical excellence, team leadership, and strategic business growth, you will champion robust electrical design, mentor the next generation of engineers, and act as a trusted advisor to global clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Design Governance: Lead hands-on concept and detailed electrical design, engineering calculations, and system coordination across major mission-critical and building services projects.
• Data Centre Expertise: Conduct due diligence, site surveys, and technical audits for legacy and new-build data centre facilities.
• Team & Office Management: Direct and mentor multi-disciplinary engineering teams while contributing to local office leadership and sector management alongside fellow senior leaders.
• Commercial & Financial Control: Oversee project fee proposals, fiscal risk management, and profit diagnoses to consistently deliver target margins.
• Client & Business Development: Build lasting relationships with key developers, hyperscalers, and enterprise clients, supporting procurement, tender reviews, and pipeline growth.
• Industry Thought Leadership: Author technical white papers, present at major industry events, and champion innovative, sustainable engineering solutions.
• Project Delivery & QA/QC: Drive rigorous internal controls, risk monitoring, and QA/QC processes from early-stage design through to construction supervision and commissioning.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualifications: Degree-qualified (BSc/BEng) in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or equivalent. Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with MCIBSE or MIET registration is required.
• Deep Sector Experience: Extensive track record in specification design and technical delivery within an engineering consultancy or specialist construction setting.
• Mission Critical Focus: Proven background in data centres, high-density power systems, controls integration, and resilient infrastructure.
• Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of fee proposals, project financials, UK building regulations/BS standards, and contract law.
• Leadership Skills: Exceptional ability to chair high-level technical meetings, mentor junior talent, and collaborate across international business operations.
• International Experience: Prior experience delivering projects overseas or working within a global consultancy model is highly desirable.

Why Apply?

This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a leading London engineering team, working on high-profile, resilient infrastructure projects that power the digital economy.