Electrical Due Diligence Project Lead – London

Overview

In this role you lead electrical due diligence and feasibility for data centre sites across EMEA, shaping early-stage development and grid connection strategies. You work with cross-disciplinary teams to align technical findings with client objectives and project timelines. You’ll communicate complex electrical issues to stakeholders and advise on TSO/DSO risks and connection agreements. The role blends technical leadership with strategic client advisory in a fast-growing, sustainability-focused firm.

Pay / Benefits

• 23 days annual leave rising to 28 days
• Holiday purchase and buy back scheme
• Hybrid Working
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Healthcare scheme
• Non-contractual bonus awards/bonus potential? (per ad) – treat as bonus awards mentioned as benefit)

Responsibilities

• Lead due diligence projects for potential data centre sites across EMEA
• Assess electrical connection risks and design requirements during site selection
• Manage feasibility studies and provide strategic input on Electrical Grid Connections to Data Centres
• Develop project plans (discipline scopes, schedules, budgets) for early-stage development
• Manage multidisciplinary teams (environmental, engineering, planning)
• Ensure projects meet site acquisition objectives
• Act as primary client contact during due diligence and planning phases
• Communicate complex technical issues clearly to stakeholders
• Provide strategic advice on connection agreements and TSO/DSO risks

Key requirements

• Bachelor in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Be working towards or willing to work towards a CEng
• Knowledge of electrical industrial connection agreements and ability to advise clients on TSO/DSO risks
• Excellent project management skills (budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation)
• Understanding of electrical codes and regulations impacting data centres
• LV and HV power distribution design
• Load calculations
• Knowledge of earthing/grounding systems
• UPS, generators, and renewable integration (advantage)
• Ability to interpret technical reports and translate findings into actionable strategies
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Familiarity with data centre development processes and infrastructure planning (plus)
• Experience leading electrical design on complex projects
• Ethical approach and alignment with company ethics guidelines
• Background in consulting or construction preferred

• Stakeholder engagement
• Clear communication
• Strategic advisory
• LV and HV distribution design
• Electrical connection agreements
• Load calculations

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