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Associate Director – Electrical Engineer

Vertical Recruitment are working closely with a global, multi-disciplinary consultancy who are a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. They combine the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with a strong, client-focused approach.

We’re looking for an experienced Associate Director Electrical Engineer to join a growing building services team. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an engineer who can combine strong technical expertise with project leadership, client management and team development.

You’ll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of technically complex and high-profile projects, including laboratories, critical environments, MOD research facilities and defence projects, working with major organisations including BAE Systems.

What you’ll be doing:

· Leading the electrical design and delivery of complex building services projects across all RIBA stages

· Providing technical leadership and ensuring high-quality, innovative design solutions are delivered

· Leading and mentoring electrical engineers, supporting their professional development and progression

· Managing client relationships and acting as a senior point of contact throughout project delivery

· Working closely with architects, contractors and other engineering disciplines to deliver coordinated designs

· Overseeing calculations, specifications, reports, drawings and other technical documentation

· Supporting fee proposals, bids, resource planning and wider business development activities

· Contributing to the strategic growth and development of the electrical engineering team

What we’re looking for:

· A degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

· Chartered Engineer status

· Significant experience delivering electrical building services design on complex projects

· Proven experience leading projects and multidisciplinary engineering teams

· Strong technical knowledge of electrical building services, relevant standards and current legislation

· Experience using AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit MEP; experience with Dialux, Relux, Amtech and NBS would be advantageous

· Strong commercial awareness and experience with fee proposals, bids and resource planning

· Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders

· A proactive and strategic approach, with the ability to take ownership and make sound engineering decisions

Desirable:

· Experience working on laboratories, critical environments, research facilities or defence projects

· Experience working within MOD or other highly regulated environments

· MOD SC security clearance, or eligibility to obtain

· Experience developing client relationships and winning new work

· Strong project planning, financial management and reporting experience

What’s in it for you?

· A forward-thinking and supportive work culture

· A senior leadership position within a growing and highly regarded building services team

· The opportunity to work on high-profile, technically challenging projects

· Opportunities for continued learning, development and career progression

· Flexibility around hours and location to support your work/life balance

· Competitive salary and benefits package

· Hybrid working, with 1–2 days in the office