Associate Director - Electrical

Hoare Lea LLP; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their Cambridge office. This mid-senior level role involves leading electrical engineering projects, managing client relationships, and fostering team success while contributing to sustainable design solutions. The company offers substantial professional development opportunities, a vibrant work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Private Medical Cover

Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Stock Options

Up to 30 Days Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Qualified and recognized in the industry with Chartered status.
• Strong technical knowledge in electrical engineering.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale, complex projects and manage stakeholders’ expectations.
• Foster and maintain good relationships with clients.
• Monitor project expenditure and report regular updates to management.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Team Leadership

Technical Knowledge in Electrical Engineering

Education

Chartered Engineer Qualification

Tools

IT Packages Relevant to Engineering

Job description

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About us

Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.

We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.

We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.

Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.

About the role

We have a brand-new opportunity for an Electrical Senior Associate or Associate Director to join our team based in Cambridge.

Our Cambridge office was established to provide a local presence on our projects. We have an abundance of expertise and knowledge that is regularly called upon throughout the firm, mainly within complex engineering sectors such as Science and Research and Healthcare.

Guided by our vision, we are passionate in our purpose to positively influence the balance between people and planet. We deliver high performing buildings which respond to the challenges of climate change whilst creating spaces which meet the needs of modern living.

As a Senior Associate or Associate Director, you will have ownership of multiple complex activities. You’ll be leading large-scale, complex projects, including managing stakeholders’ expectations, monitoring and reporting metrics and motivating others to work at their best. You’ll be expected to look out for new and more efficient ways of working and adding value, as well as to help secure new work and build strong client relationships.

In this key and varied role, you can expect to:

• Be responsible for dealing successfully with Clients and other professionals to foster and maintain good relationships and to create future opportunities.
• Contribute to bid preparation.
• Lead larger scale schemes and co-ordinate all disciplines being the main Client point of contact throughout a project.
• Take ownership and consistently deliver profitable schemes.
• Competently represent all disciplines of Hoare Lea at project meetings.
• Support in developing and leading a high-performing local team and attend interviews.
• Effectively delegate, manage and check work undertaken by others.
• Monitor project expenditure and report to senior management.
• Report cost and resource requirements to the management team regularly.

About you

To be successful in this role you’ll need:

• Ability to deal with difficult situations in a non-adversarial manner.
• Qualified and recognised in industry with Chartered status.
• Strong technical knowledge in electrical engineering and good understanding of other disciplines.
• IT literate with a technical understanding of relevant IT packages.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills to effectively work to timescales and deadlines.
• Positively lead a team and proactively support and motivate team members.
• Develop effective client and fellow professional relationships for future business growth.

How to apply

To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact [e-mail]

If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.

Adjustments and accommodations

If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know.

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Recruitment agencies

We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management, Engineering, and Design

• Industries

  Construction and Engineering Services

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