Associate Director - Electrical - Manchester

Our client is seeking an Associate Director - Electrical to join its Manchester office on a permanent basis. This senior leadership role sits within the rail and infrastructure sector, combining advanced electrical engineering, project delivery, client relationship management, business development and team leadership to support the strategic growth of the northern business unit.

Key Responsibilities

Lead advanced electrical engineering design, including the critical review and checking of work completed by others. Act as Electrical Team Leader on key rail projects, taking responsibility for the technical accuracy, quality and compliance of project outputs. Prepare and present designs, calculations, technical reports and specifications using software such as RELUX, AMTECH and DIALUX. Provide technical governance, quality assurance and consistency across electrical services, ensuring compliance with industry standards, client requirements and relevant legislation. Undertake roles such as Contractor's Responsible Engineer or Contractor's Engineering Manager, where appropriately approved, and support project assurance submissions for Network Rail and Train Operating Companies. Programme and control projects, managing resources, change, risk, financial performance and delivery against agreed timescales. Develop strong client relationships, identify business opportunities, support fee proposals and contribute to bids and regional growth plans. Provide technical leadership and mentoring to graduates, engineers and senior staff while supporting recruitment and the ongoing development of the Manchester office.

Job Requirements:

Significant experience within an engineering design consultancy, with a strong record of managing and delivering complex, multi-disciplinary projects. Advanced knowledge of electrical design engineering, MEP integration and BIM environments within the rail, infrastructure or related sectors. Proficiency in relevant design software, including AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, RELUX, AMTECH and DIALUX. Strong commercial awareness, including experience of client relationship management, fee proposals, contract administration, project management and risk assessment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work directly with clients, lead multi-skilled teams and make sound technical judgements. Understanding of Network Rail, Train Operating Company, RISQS, ISO, CDM and wider rail industry requirements. BEng or MEng in a relevant engineering discipline, with Chartered status or active progress towards chartership through a professional institution. Willingness to travel and undertake occasional out-of-hours work where required within operational rail environments.

Additional Information:

The role offers the opportunity to influence technical standards, operational performance and business development across a growing northern operation. Working closely with Directors and operational teams, the successful Associate Director will help strengthen client partnerships, enhance project delivery and contribute to the long-term success of the business. If you are an experienced electrical engineering leader seeking a senior opportunity within the rail and infrastructure sector, apply now to join our client's Manchester team