Technical Director – Data Centres & Mission Critical (Electrical)

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a Technical Director – Data Centres & Mission Critical (Electrical) to join their Building Services team in Dubai. This leadership role is crucial for growing and strengthening their Data Centres offering across the UAE and KSA, providing technical direction on complex projects and championing design excellence.

As a global professional services firm with over 83,000 colleagues worldwide, WSP operates in over 50 countries, bringing engineering, advisory, and science-based expertise to make a positive impact. Their Middle East team of 3000+ delivers innovative solutions across various sectors, including transportation, infrastructure, property, and energy.

Join WSP and contribute to the growth of their Data Centres & Mission Critical practice. Apply now to lead electrical design and provide technical expertise on cutting-edge projects.

Company Overview

WSP is a leading global professional services firm that unites engineering, advisory, and science-based expertise to create a positive impact. With operations in over 50 countries and a workforce of over 83,000, they are committed to Future Ready® thinking and local solutions. The Middle East team comprises over 3000 professionals delivering innovative projects across key sectors.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Not Specified
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Bachelors Degree
• Experience: 10 Year+

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design of hyperscale, colocation, and mission critical facilities.
• Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary Building Services design teams.
• Drive design quality, innovation, and technical excellence throughout project delivery.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients on mission critical infrastructure strategies.
• Support business development, client engagement, and major project pursuits.
• Mentor and develop engineers across the Building Services team.
• Contribute to the growth and strategic direction of WSP's Data Centres & Mission Critical practice.

Requirements

• A Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary design teams within a consultancy environment.
• Extensive Middle East experience, with a strong understanding of regional client requirements, authority approvals, and project delivery frameworks.
• 18+ years' experience in Building Services Engineering, with significant experience leading the design and delivery of Data Centre and Mission Critical projects.
• Deep technical expertise in mission critical electrical systems, including HV/LV distribution, UPS systems, standby generation, resilience strategies, and critical power infrastructure.
• Experience delivering projects for hyperscale, colocation, enterprise, and mission critical clients.
• A strong track record of developing client relationships, winning work, and supporting business growth.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or equivalent professional accreditation.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead and grow a key sector within a leading global firm.
• Work on complex and high-profile data centre projects.
• Develop client relationships and drive business growth.
• Mentor and develop a team of talented engineers.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of WSP's Mission Critical practice.