Associate Director

Job Description

Our client, a leading UK consultancy with expertise across the construction and engineering sectors, is expanding their Manchester team and seeking an Electrical Associate Director to lead a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team on technically challenging data centre projects.

This is a senior leadership role, ideal for a proven Electrical Engineer with strong data centre experience, who wants to take full accountability for the performance, growth, and strategic direction of the electrical function.

This is a high-impact, senior leadership role for someone passionate about data centres, resilient power systems, and delivering world-class engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

This is a senior leadership role, ideal for a proven Electrical Engineer with strong data centre experience, who wants to take full accountability for the performance, growth, and strategic direction of the electrical function.

• Lead and inspire a diverse team of electrical engineers, ensuring technical excellence and high performance.
• Drive the delivery of complex data centre projects, managing design, technical, and contract-related challenges.
• Contribute to the strategic development and growth of the Manchester office.
• Oversee financial performance, including profit, cash flow, and project delivery.
• Promote a culture of learning, innovation, and operational excellence across the team.
• Provide mentorship, appraisals, feedback, and professional development support to senior and mid-level engineers.
• Procure and negotiate significant contracts with clients and suppliers.
• Champion integrity, , and collaboration within the office and across projects.

Requirements

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent professional qualification.
• Recognised as an expert within the data centre sector, ideally with hands-on experience on large-scale, technically complex projects.
• Proven track record in leading successful, dynamic teams in multi-disciplinary environments.
• Strong technical capability and critical thinking in electrical engineering for mission-critical facilities.
• Experience in managing escalated project challenges and delivering practical, client-focused solutions.
• Leadership qualities that demonstrate integrity, fairness, and respect, promoting an inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits

• Executive leadership role in a market-leading consultancy at the forefront of data centre design and delivery.
• Hybrid working in Manchester Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits.
• Opportunity to shape electrical engineering strategy and the future of mission-critical infrastructure in the UK.
• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing engineering teams in a supportive and innovative environment.