Job Description
Associate / Senior Associate Electrical EngineerLocation: ManchesterThe RoleAn award-winning multidisciplinary construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate / Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to lead and grow the Building Services / M&E capability within one of its regional offices - ManchesterThis is a strategic leadership role combining technical delivery, team leadership and business development. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the growth of the Building Services offering locally, working closely with the wider architectural, surveying and engineering teams to deliver integrated design solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects.The consultancy provides a wide range of professional services across the built environment, including architecture, structural engineering, building surveying, project management and building services engineering. Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Office Growth
* Lead and develop the Building Services / M&E offering within the regional office.
* Act as the technical lead for electrical engineering across projects.
* Work with Directors and Partners to grow the Building Services team and service line.
* Support recruitment, mentoring and development of engineers and technicians.
* Represent the Building Services discipline within the office leadership structure.
Technical Delivery
* Lead the electrical design and coordination of building services systems including power, lighting, life safety and specialist systems.
* Deliver projects across multiple sectors including public sector, education, residential, commercial and infrastructure.
* Oversee designs from feasibility through to detailed design and construction stages.
* Ensure compliance with UK building regulations, industry standards and sustainability targets.
* Collaborate with architecture, structural and surveying teams to deliver fully integrated project solutions.
Client & Project Leadership
* Act as Project Lead or Technical Lead on multidisciplinary projects.
* Maintain and develop strong relationships with clients, contractors and stakeholders.
* Provide strategic technical advice to clients on energy efficiency, low carbon design and building performance.
* Attend client meetings, design team meetings and site visits.
Business Development
* Support and contribute to regional business growth and client development.
* Assist in preparing fee proposals, tender submissions and framework bids.
* Identify opportunities to expand Building Services services within the office and wider practice.
RequirementsExperience
* Significant experience in electrical building services design within a consultancy environment.
* Experience delivering projects across multiple RIBA work stages.
* Proven ability to lead projects and mentor engineering teams.
* Experience working within multi-disciplinary design environments.
Technical Skills
* Strong knowledge of:
o Electrical distribution systems
o Lighting design
o Life safety systems
o Building regulations and industry standards
o Sustainable and low-carbon design principles
* Familiarity with BIM and digital design environments (e.g. Revit).
Qualifications
* Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
* Working towards or already achieved Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with an appropriate institution (e.g. CIBSE or IET).
* Ability to operate at Associate or Senior Associate level, depending on experience.
Personal Attributes
* Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
* Commercial awareness and ability to contribute to business growth.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
* Collaborative mindset suited to multi-disciplinary consultancy environments.
What’s on Offer
* Opportunity to lead and shape the Building Services offering within a growing office.
* Work within a collaborative multi-disciplinary consultancy environment.
* Diverse project portfolio across public and private sectors.
* Clear pathway to Director level progression.