Principal / Associate

Associate Director - Electrical (Building Services)

Location: Manchester (Spinningfields)
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000+ (Negotiable for the right candidate)
Benefits: Annual Bonus | Equity Opportunities | Enhanced Leave | EV Scheme | Gym Discounts | More below
OverviewA leading multidisciplinary building services consultancy is seeking an experienced and ambitious Associate Director - Electrical to lead the growth of its new
Manchester office. With over 320 staff across 11 UK offices, and international teams in India and Poland, the business is expanding its regional footprint to meet growing demand in the Northwest.This is a unique opportunity for a senior electrical engineer to take ownership of a new office, shape its culture, and play a key role in the day-to-day leadership of the wider business.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver electrical design projects across sectors including healthcare, higher education, life sciences, shared services, leisure, and residential
• Manage and mentor a team of engineers, including junior and senior staff
• Oversee project delivery, client relationships, and commercial performance
• Collaborate with other regional offices and disciplines
• Drive business development in the North West, leveraging strong existing demand
• Contribute to strategic decisions and operational leadership
• Foster a high-performing, collaborative office culture

Candidate Profile

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or Building Services (or equivalent)
• Chartered or working towards CEng status
• Proven experience in leading electrical design projects
• Strong leadership, client-facing, and commercial skills
• Passion for mentoring and developing engineers
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to shape and grow a regional office

Why This Role?

• Equity Opportunity: Clear pathway to Directorship with shareholding potential (20 Directors, most equity holders)
• Manchester Premium: Enhanced salary for those helping build the Manchester office
• Career Progression: Transparent route to Director, with annual salary reviews each January
• Flexible Benefits:
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays (buy/sell up to 5 days)
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity/sick leave
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Electric vehicle salary sacrifice
  • Gym discounts (My Gym)
  • Shopping and eyecare vouchers
  • Annual personal and team bonuses
  • Individual social allowance (2-3 team events per year)

Culture & ValuesThe business is known for its collaborative and respectful culture, with a strong emphasis on loyalty, development, and long-term growth. Intermediate engineers are regularly rotated across sectors to broaden their experience, and leaders are encouraged to bring energy, warmth, and a people-first approach to their teams.

Next StepsThis is an ideal role for a senior electrical engineer ready to step into a leadership position with real influence and long-term potential. The Manchester office is already active with a strong pipeline of work and is poised for rapid growth.If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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