Technical Director Electrical Engineer - Data Centres (Building Services)

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working: work from home up to two days a week

Health & wellbeing support

Development and training opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in London is seeking a Technical Director Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical team in the Data Centre sector. This role involves managing projects, developing client relationships across the UK and EMEA, and mentoring a team of engineers. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in electrical systems, project management experience, and skills in innovative problem-solving. Alongside competitive benefits, the position supports hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Profound understanding of electrical systems: power distribution, generation, critical backup.
• Project management experience overseeing timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Adaptability to evolving technologies and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management, vision, values, and leadership of the electrical team.
• Build relationships with clients, developers, contractors, and architects.
• Oversee team performance including finance and operational management.

Skills

Leadership and team-management skills

Innovative problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Customer focus

Education

Chartered or aspiring for chartership through CIBSE/IET

Job description

Technical Director Electrical Engineer - Data Centres (Building Services)

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Job Description

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

WSP has an opportunity for an experienced Electrical Technical Director in our London office, focusing on the Data Centre sector with our Mission Critical Facilities team. You will have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and technically challenging projects within this fast‑paced sector. WSP is involved in numerous projects across the UK and EMEA, working with hyperscale, colocation providers, end users and enterprise clients.

To find out more about our Mission Critical business click here.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day‑to‑day management, vision, values, and leadership of the electrical team.
• 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 continuously improve performance.
• 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 and sustainable work‑winning, maintain up‑to‑date forecasting for the team and provide input to the wider MEP service delivery.
• Oversee team performance including work pipeline, finance, and operational management.
• Build relationships with clients, developers, contractors and architects as the client’s key point of contact.
• Provide excellent client care and seek opportunities to grow additional business.

Qualifications

• Chartered or aspiring for chartership through CIBSE/IET Engineering Council.
• Profound understanding of electrical systems: power distribution, generation, critical backup, and energy management.
• Innovative problem‑solving and ability to implement solutions to complex electrical challenges.
• Leadership and team‑management skills; mentor and guide a team of engineers and technicians.
• Strategic vision to anticipate industry trends and align engineering initiatives with business goals.
• Project management experience overseeing timelines, budgets and quality standards.
• Strong communication skills to convey technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Adaptability to evolving technologies, industry standards, and business needs.
• Customer focus, ensuring systems meet or exceed client expectations.

Benefits

• Hybrid working: work from home up to two days a week.
• Flexibility through “WSP My Hour”, part‑time and flexible working arrangements.
• Health & wellbeing support – Thrive programme, virtual GP service, reasonable adjustments, Gymflex scheme and menopause support.
• Development and training opportunities, including mentoring and chartership.

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Information Technology

Industries

Professional Services

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