Hoare Lea

The firm pioneered mechanical and electrical engineering and introduced one of the first electrical lighting systems in public buildings.

In 1939, it merged with Edwin S. Hoare & Partners, becoming the modern form of the business and evolving into the UK’s largest MEP consultancy.

Over its long history, the firm has delivered iconic projects like One New Change in London and the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast.

Specialist services span acoustics, fire engineering, lighting design, public health, utilities, and sustainable building systems.

The firm's project portfolio ranges from historic conversions and civic buildings to cutting

edge research centres and transport hubs.

Unusually for its sector, the original founder’s vision still resonates: early adoption of air

conditioning and electrical lighting set a tone of innovation that endures today.

Great people in engineering and specialists.

Relaxed working environment

Good culture and values

The work life balance is good

Great team and morale

Structured career paths enabling talent growth and career progression

Encouragement of collaboration, creativity, innovation and technical excellence

Empowerment through autonomy, ownership and professional development support

Signatory to the World Green Building Council’s Net Zero Buildings Commitment

Target to achieve net zero carbon in all offices by 2030

Remaining emissions offset via approved international carbon standard and UK community project investment

All office energy purchased from renewable sources or offset to operate at net zero

Offset fleet vehicle emissions beyond core requirement

Annual third‑party verified carbon reporting with public disclosure

Member of UN Race to Zero and committed to science‑based targets for business travel and supply chain

Activities include reducing energy demand, decarbonising energy sources, phasing out natural gas and improving renewable supply