Technical Director Electrical Engineer - Data Centres; Building Services

Technical Director Electrical Engineer - Data Centres (Building Services) Job Description

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.

The role of a Electrical Technical Director in the Data Centres (DC) sector is a pivotal and highly rewarding position that combines leadership, innovation, and technical expertise. As a Technical Director, you will be at the forefront of designing and implementing cutting‑edge solutions that ensure the efficiency, reliability, and scalability of data centre operations. You will lead a team of skilled engineers, drive strategic initiatives, and collaborate with industry leaders to shape the future of data centre technology.

Your expertise will be instrumental in optimising energy consumption, enhancing security protocols, and ensuring seamless integration of emerging technologies.

• Be an integral part of the team’s day‑to‑day management, vision, values and leadership.
• Develop our client relationships and brand within the UK and EMEA.
• Consistently meet monthly and annual budgets at a team level, support with MEP budget planning and continuously look for ways to improve performance.
• Work with the director and senior leadership to develop and implement strategic initiatives in the team and across the wider business.
• Become part of the wider WSP business by sharing knowledge and technical skills with colleagues from around the globe.
• Drive profitable and sustainable work‑winning and maintain up‑to‑date forecasting for the team and input to the wider MEP service delivery.
• Oversee team performance including work pipeline, finance, and operational management.
• Work with clients, developers, contractors and architects to build relationships and secure WSP’s position as the engineer of choice in the industry.
• Being the client’s key point of contact.
• Understand the need to provide excellent client care & the opportunities to develop additional business for the team.
• Develop client relationship to promote new commissions.

An Electrical Technical Director in the Data Centres (DC) sector must exhibit a unique blend of technical prowess, leadership, and strategic insight. Key attributes include:

• Either has Chartership through CIBSE/IET Engineering Council or open to working towards this.
• Electrical Design Engineering Expertise: A profound understanding of electrical systems, including power distribution, power generation and critical backup systems and power and energy management systems, is crucial.
• Innovative Problem‑Solving: The ability to develop and implement innovative solutions to complex electrical challenges is essential.
• Leadership and Team Management: Leadership skills are necessary to guide and inspire a team of electrical engineers and technicians.
• Strategic Vision: The role requires a forward‑thinking approach to anticipate industry trends and challenges.
• Project Management: Proficiency in project management is essential to oversee the planning, execution, and completion of electrical engineering projects.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to convey technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Adaptability: The DC sector is rapidly evolving, and an Electrical Technical Director must adapt to new technologies, industry standards, and changing business needs.
• Customer Focus: Understanding and addressing the needs of clients and end‑users is critical.

These attributes collectively enable an Electrical Technical Director to drive the success and innovation of data centre operations, ensuring they remain efficient, secure, and scalable.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply and let us see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

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