Technical Director Electrical Engineer - Data Centres (Building Services)

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is searching for an Electrical Technical Director specializing in Data Centres to lead a robust team of engineers in Glasgow. The role demands innovative problem-solving, outstanding client management, and the capability to develop efficient electrical solutions for data centre operations.

The successful candidate will have expertise in electrical design and engineering as well as leadership experience, fostering collaboration within a diverse team culture.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus on data centres.
• Ability to lead a team and manage projects effectively.
• Proven track record of client relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day team management and leadership.
• Develop client relationships and enhance brand presence.
• Ensure team meets financial and operational performance goals.

Skills

Electrical design engineering expertise

Innovative problem-solving skills

Leadership and team-management experience

Strong communication skills

Project-management proficiency

Customer focus

Education

Chartership through CIBSE/IET Engineering Council or willingness to work towards it

Job description

Electrical Technical Director – Data Centres (DC) – London

The Electrical Technical Director in the Data Centres sector leads a team of electrical engineers to design and implement cutting‑edge solutions that ensure the efficiency, reliability, and scalability of data centre operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day team management, vision, values and leadership.
• Develop client relationships and brand within the UK and EMEA.
• Consistently meet monthly and annual budgets at a team level; support MEP budget planning and seek performance improvements.
• Work with the director and senior leadership to develop and implement strategic initiatives in the team and across the wider business.
• Share knowledge and technical skills with colleagues worldwide.
• Drive profitable work‑winning and maintain up‑to‑date forecasting for the team.
• Oversee team performance including work pipeline, finance, and operational management.
• Build relationships with clients, developers, contractors, and architects to secure WSP’s position as the engineer of choice.
• Act as the client’s key point of contact and provide excellent client care.
• Develop opportunities to grow business for the team.

Qualifications

• Chartership through CIBSE/IET Engineering Council or willingness to work towards it.
• Electrical design engineering expertise – power distribution, generation, backup systems, and energy management.
• Innovative problem‑solving skills and ability to develop and implement solutions to complex electrical challenges.
• Leadership and team‑management experience, fostering collaboration and mentorship.
• Strategic vision with an ability to anticipate industry trends and align initiatives with business goals.
• Project‑management proficiency, including planning, execution, budgeting, and quality assurance.
• Strong communication skills to convey technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Adaptability to evolving technologies, standards, and business needs.
• Customer focus, ensuring systems meet or exceed client expectations.

Team

The Building Services team in London includes more than 100 mechanical, electrical, and public health engineers, along with ICT, Controls, E&S and Smart Team members. Based in the Chancery Lane office, the team enjoys a collaborative culture that emphasizes ethical standards, professionalism, diversity, and ongoing career development.