Associate Director (Electrical Engineer)

<p>Our client, a respected and award‑winning Building Services Consultancy, is seeking an accomplished Associate Director – Electrical Design Engineer to join their Maidstone office. This senior leadership role is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in a client‑facing environment, excels in technical delivery, and is ready to take ownership of major UK and international projects.</p><p><br><br>Have you got the right qualifications and skills for this job Find out below, and hit apply to be considered.<br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Acting as primary client interface on major commercial, residential, mixed‑use, and student accommodation projects</li><li>Leading the electrical design strategy across all RIBA stages, including HV/LV systems, power resilience, life‑safety systems, and complex infrastructure</li><li>Coordinating with architects, contractors, external consultants, and multidisciplinary internal teams</li><li>Supporting workload planning, resource allocation, recruitment input, and team development</li><li>Providing design governance, technical oversight, and mentorship to junior and mid‑level engineers</li><li>Leading and attending design team meetings, presenting confidently to senior stakeholders</li><li>Undertaking site inspections and translating findings into actionable technical direction</li><li>Ensuring projects are delivered to scope, programme, and commercial objectives</li><li>Collaborating with wider business leaders to support company strategy and growth</li><li>Taking responsibility for fee management, forecasting, and reporting to senior leadership</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>10+ years’ experience within a UK Building Services Consultancy, with a strong portfolio of delivered projects</li><li>Chartered status (C.Eng) with CIBSE, Engineers Ireland, or an equivalent institution</li><li>Expertise with industry‑standard xwzovoh software such as Dialux/Relux, Amtech, and working knowledge of Revit/CAD</li><li>Strong multi‑disciplinary awareness across mechanical, sustainability, and public health sectors</li><li>Proven ability to lead teams through detailed design stages, technical reviews, and complex coordination</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills with confidence presenting at senior levels</li><li>Up‑to-date understanding of Health & Safety and Environmental Policy requirements</li><li>A strategic mindset with the ability to contribute to business development and company growth</li></ul>