Senior Project Engineer - Electrical Design| Data Centre£75,000-£85,000BirminghamLead the design of high?performance buildings that power our digital world. We're working with a leading mechanical and electrical consultancy recognised for excellence across data centre, commercial, healthcare, and high?tech sectors. Their mission is clear, to engineer systems that enhance building performance, improve communities, and deliver lasting value for clients and users alike. Known for their innovation, technical depth, and outstanding culture, this award?winning consultancy has been repeatedly named a Great Place to Work and Best Company to Work For. The Opportunity As a Senior Project Engineer, Electrical, you'll take ownership of complex electrical designs across data centre and building services projects, from initial concept through to completion. You'll lead multidisciplinary teams, ensure design quality and compliance, and be the key technical interface for clients. This role is ideal for an engineer who combines hands?on expertise with the ability to manage people, projects, and performance under pressure. What you'll be doing:Lead the delivery of large and medium?scale electrical building services projects Design and specify electrical systems including LV/MV power, UPS, lighting, emergency systems, and fire alarms Oversee and mentor a team of engineers while managing workload and project deliverables Prepare tender and design documentation, reports, technical analyses, and client recommendations Liaise directly with clients, contractors, and vendors to drive coordination and technical excellence Manage scope, budgets, and schedules while maintaining project quality and compliance Support continuous innovation, sustainability, and adoption of smart technologies across all designs What you'll bring:Degree in Electrical or Building Services Engineering 8+ years' experience in electrical building services, including at least 3 in data centre or mission?critical projects Chartered or working towards Chartered status (Engineers Ireland or equivalent) Proven experience managing full project lifecycles and leading multidisciplinary teams Strong knowledge of IEC, IS, BS, and EN standards, plus LEED/BREEAM awareness Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Bluebeam, and power analysis software (ETAP, Amtech, Dialux) Excellent communication, leadership, and client?facing confidence Detail?oriented approach with a proactive, collaborative mindset Why join this consultancy? Award?winning culture built on creativity, collaboration, and professional growth Exposure to industry?leading data centre and mission?critical projects Support for Chartership and continuous learning Hybrid working policies and opportunities across the UK, Ireland, and Europe (9 day fortnight)A workplace where engineering quality and people truly come first If you're ready to take the lead on fast?paced, high?impact projects and join a consultancy where character and culture matter — we'd love to hear from you - louis.jory@spencer-ogden.com or call on 0141 212 4802.