Head of Engineering

Description

• Ensure adherence to safety-critical engineering processes, including LOTO and energy isolation.
• Support commissioning activities and integrated systems testing.
• Provide engineering oversight for electrical, mechanical, and controls systems.
• Evaluate emerging technologies for application in data centre environments.
• Develop, implement and maintain EUK engineering policies, processes, and practices which underpin the delivery of technical standards and engineering excellence.
• Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Construction Managers to align engineering deliverables with programme milestones.
• Act as the primary technical liaison with client engineering teams.
• Ensure designs comply with Clients standards, local codes, and international best practices.
• Support business development efforts through technical insights, proposals, and presentations.
• Support thought leadership initiatives including seminars, white papers and roundtables.
• Review and approve design packages, drawings, and specifications.
• Monitor customer satisfaction and implement service improvements.
• Support audits and ensure all engineering activities meet EMCOR UK governance standards
• Drive efficiency through design optimisation and sustainable solutions.
• Coordinate with CAD/BIM teams to maintain accurate models and documentation.

Requirements

• Customer-focused, with a strong ability to understand client needs and mobilise resources effectively.
• Clear and confident communicator, able to engage diverse audiences using various formats.
• Proven change leader with the ability to drive cultural and behavioural transformation.
• Extensive experience leading complex engineering operations at a senior level, with a proven ability to inspire teams and successfully manage multidisciplinary engineering groups and technical interfaces.
• Knowledge of current technical legislation, management and ISO standards (e.g. ISO9001, ISO45001)
• Experienced in developing and implementing policies and procedures that improve safety, performance and resilience.
• Extensive experience in data centre engineering or critical infrastructure projects.
• Skilled in analysing complex data and providing clear, evidence-based recommendations.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, including HV/LV distribution, cooling systems, and controls.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries
• Refer a friend scheme – worth £500 per referral
• Discount shopping, gym, mobile, family activities, insurance, dining experiences, car leasing and breakdown cover
• Extensive learning & development opportunities, including opportunities for progression
• GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
• Access to health assessments
• Dental scheme
• Bike To Work Scheme
• Health cash plan - Benefits covered include optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance