Electrical Technical Director - Data Centres
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Location: Nationwide, United Kingdom
We invite you to bring your expertise and enthusiasm into play as a senior member of a nationally integrated Data Centre Facilities team. To succeed in this role, you will be client‑focused and have extensive experience working in a design capacity with excellent working knowledge of electrical power systems associated with data centre design.
Key tasks and responsibilities
- HV and LV power system design and specification associated with data centre and mission‑critical facilities including technical peer reviews
- Technical due diligence and feasibility studies associated with data centre and mission‑critical facilities
- Proficient in the use of AutoCAD for developing detailed electrical single line diagrams
- Managing, preparing and producing conceptual through to detailed designs of data centre and mission‑critical electrical systems
- Production of associated electrical calculations, schedules and specifications
- Technical evaluation of electrical OEM/contractor supplied equipment
- Attendance at factory and site acceptance testing
- Conducting site inspection surveys
- Attendance on site during commissioning activities to meet project needs
- Proactively coordinating power system designs with internal and external stakeholders
- Proficient in proprietary design software (ETAP and Trimble); includes short‑circuit analysis, protection and coordination, arc‑flash studies, harmonic analysis, neher‑mcgrath, cable sizing and load flow
- Power system modelling utilising ETAP including technical report production
- Electrical building services design – lighting, small power, containment, cable routing, fire detection, security, lightning protection and earthing
- Application of advanced problem‑solving skills when identifying and resolving project challenges
- Protect and develop the quality of our designs and provide technical and pastoral mentoring to the electrical team
- Communicating and presenting engineering concepts and solutions to internal and external stakeholders including the multidisciplinary design team (written and verbal)
- Liaising and interacting with other teams to optimise technical direction and use of standard procedures and digital tools
- Driving and delivering quality projects profitably and to client satisfaction
- Managing technical risks, negotiating scope of services and preparing fee proposals
- Mentoring, developing and supporting an established and stable team of Data Centre Electrical Engineers
- Completing business development in the local market
- Supporting our win activities through development of technical strategies and demonstration of market‑leading expertise
- Working as part of a small leadership team responsible for the strategic direction of the Data Centre Facilities team
Key deliverables over the first 12‑24 months
- Help develop and promote Ramboll’s technical capability
- Maintain excellent levels of client service
- Focus on expanding the team’s electrical design skills, systematically reducing risk and improving efficiency in delivery of low‑ and net‑zero carbon design solutions
- Attract talented recruits to grow a skilled, dynamic, efficient and highly regarded Data Centre Facilities team
- Support and contribute to the business plan, working within the ethos defined by our mission and values
Qualifications
- Chartered Engineer with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent and a proven track record in leading and managing all aspects of project delivery (electrical bias)
- Experience in data centre and mission‑critical design in the UK and Europe
- Clear understanding of the different electrical distribution topologies associated with data centre and mission‑critical design
- A flexible attitude, reliably meeting deadlines in an environment with frequently changing requirements
- Knowledge of on‑site installation practice and buildability
- Previous experience supporting and coordinating all aspects of project delivery
- Forward thinking and enthusiastic about digital design innovation and smart design in an increasingly digitalised construction arena
- High degree of technical competence with demonstrable appreciation of sustainable/net‑zero carbon design
- Extensive client‑facing skills, experienced at presenting to clients with a varied and comprehensive project portfolio
- Ability to motivate, support and guide multidisciplinary professional teams
- An established reputation as a highly regarded and trusted Data Centre Facilities leader
Personal qualities
- Technically diligent with a high attention to detail
- Excellent communicator, able to simplify complex concepts
- Capable of motivating and inspiring confidence in peers and clients
- Commercially intelligent and contractually aware
Benefits and work environment
We offer a competitive salary, 27 days holiday per year, private medical insurance and flexible working. You will join the Building Services department within a highly collaborative and supportive culture that encourages professional growth.
How to apply
Apply online. Attach your CV, cover letter and relevant documents showing why you are the right fit for the role, and indicate your availability to start.
Equal opportunity employer
Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. We invite applications from candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full‑time
Industry: Civil Engineering
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