Nicholas Associates
Principal Electrical Engineer

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Role: Principal Electrical Engineer
Location: Manchester
Salary: DOE
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Building Services Engineer looking to take the next step in their career. Joining a growing and forward-thinking MEP consultancy, you'll play a key role in project delivery, team development, and business growth, with a clear pathway towards Associate and Director-level positions.
The Opportunity
- Join a growing and ambitious MEP Building Services Consultancy in Manchester.
- Take a leading role in the delivery of a wide range of projects across commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and industrial sectors.
- Opportunity to influence the growth and direction of the Electrical team.
- Clear pathway for progression into Associate and ultimately Director level positions.
- Work closely with senior leadership on both technical delivery and business development.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of electrical building services projects.
- Manage projects from concept through to completion.
- Mentor and support junior and intermediate engineers.
- Attend client meetings and build strong professional relationships.
- Coordinate with Mechanical, BIM, and wider design teams.
- Review and approve technical designs, calculations, and specifications.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.


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Requirements
- Significant experience within a Building Services Consultancy environment.
- Strong electrical design experience across a variety of project sectors.
- Proficient with industry-standard design software.
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
- Ability to lead projects and manage engineering teams.
- Chartered status or working towards Chartership is advantageous.
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