Head of Mission Critical – Senior Technical Director

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the regional strategy for mission-critical data centres, aligning with WSP’s global vision and Middle East priorities.
• Own the Mission Critical sector architecture, including value propositions, priority accounts, and go-to-market plans.
• Drive financial performance by achieving key Profit & Loss (P&L) targets and optimizing resource allocation.
• Lead and inspire a diverse team of technical consultants and subject matter experts.
• Champion collaboration across Advisory, Engineering, Sustainability, and Digital practices to deliver integrated client solutions.
• Strengthen relationships with hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centre clients.
• Oversee the delivery of high-quality consulting and engineering services, ensuring adherence to mission-critical standards for resilience and efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or a closely related technical discipline (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, ICT/Telecoms).
• 15+ years of experience in mission-critical or data centre projects.
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership or management role.
• Strong technical knowledge of data centre MEP/HVAC systems and electrical redundancy/Tier levels.
• Deep understanding of Uptime Institute standards and commissioning processes.
• Proven experience working within Middle East regulatory frameworks (UAE/KSA).
• Demonstrated track record in business development and P&L ownership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering management, Business Administration, or Data Centre Engineering.

About the Company

WSP is a leading professional services firm providing strategic advisory, engineering, and technical expertise to help shape the future of the built environment. We connect the brightest minds to deliver landmark projects and innovative solutions across the globe.