Principal or Associate Electrical Engineer - Operational Assets at Hoare Lea in London, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

commissioning

technical reporting

decarbonisation

design spec

site monitoring

maintenance

Work cooperatively with other teams to deliver a wide variety of Projects with Team Leaders meeting regularly to discuss workload and other management issues.
Monitor commissioning and conduct post-occupancy engineering services activities.
Help, recruit, train and develop team members and their careers to ensure ongoing succession and growth of the Practice.
Write technical reports i.e: feasibility, issue investigation, condition surveys etc.
Secure new projects and service both existing and new clients while assisting the regional lead in effectively planning the specialist delivery of the Operational Assets group.
Decarbonisation, performance improvements and energy reduction – focus on projects that reduce energy consumption of existing buildings, improve performance for the occupants and achieve client decarbonisation / net zero targets. Applying a pragmatic approach and use of emerging technologies, from strategic roadmaps to implementation.
Liaise with clients (commercial and project management awareness).
Undertake own design, specification and site monitoring etc.
Maintenance inspections of buildings,

Requirements

chartered

licence alter

building services

data metering

leadership

work winning

Excellent organisational and planning skills to effectively work to timescales and deadlines.
Experience in Building Services collectively (all-rounder).
Willingness and Strong technical knowledge in primary engineering discipline and good understanding of the secondary engineering discipline.
Comfortable with UK and applicable EU regulations, design guides, etc.
Experience working on projects in existing buildings (refurbishment and fit-out).
Licence to Alter
Qualified design engineer (chartered status or working towards).
Excellent written and spoken English skills.
Strong knowledge of data and metering.
Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities providing supervision and guidance to team members and other staff.
Proven track record in work winning and building successful teams.
Experience with performance specification and detailed design work, contract administration and site duties.
Able to develop effective relationships with well-developed interpersonal and influencing skills.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

introductory 30‑minute call with recruitment team
panel interview via microsoft teams or in person at an office

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1862

Year Established

The company was established in 1862 by Henry Lea, marking the beginning of its pioneering work in mechanical and electrical engineering.

£121 million

Annual Revenues

The firm generates over £121 million annually, reflecting its strong financial performance and market presence.

2021

Joining Tetra Tech

The company became part of Tetra Tech’s High Performance Buildings Group in 2021, expanding its global reach.

Cabot Circus 2001

Iconic Project Year

The firm delivered the iconic Cabot Circus project in Bristol, marking a significant milestone in its history.

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.

Culture + Values

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

Environment + Sustainability

12 offices

Office Emissions Baseline

A baseline for operational emissions was established across 12 offices during the 2021-2022 period.

147 kWh/m²/year

Energy Intensity

The average energy intensity of offices in the 2022-2023 period, measured in kilowatt-hours per square meter per year.

300 tCO₂e

Building-Related Emissions

Total building-related emissions in the 2022-2023 period, measured in metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent.

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

Inclusion & Diversity

3.9/5 Rating

Diversity & Inclusion

Anonymous employee reviews have rated the company's diversity and inclusion efforts at 3.9 out of 5, reflecting a strong commitment to inclusion.

Initiatives include positive action to welcome women, global ethnic majority, neurodiverse and disabled candidates.
Employees report 'diverse projects, great people… recognition of diversity change, and proactively working to address this.'
Equal opportunities and reasonable adjustments policies in recruitment and career development.
Structured Career Paths framework supports progression irrespective of background.

Articles

Our Projects

Careers at Hoare Lea

Sustainability

Role

Description

commissioning

technical reporting

decarbonisation

design spec

site monitoring

maintenance

Work cooperatively with other teams to deliver a wide variety of Projects with Team Leaders meeting regularly to discuss workload and other management issues.
Monitor commissioning and conduct post-occupancy engineering services activities.
Help, recruit, train and develop team members and their careers to ensure ongoing succession and growth of the Practice.
Write technical reports i.e: feasibility, issue investigation, condition surveys etc.
Secure new projects and service both existing and new clients while assisting the regional lead in effectively planning the specialist delivery of the Operational Assets group.
Decarbonisation, performance improvements and energy reduction – focus on projects that reduce energy consumption of existing buildings, improve performance for the occupants and achieve client decarbonisation / net zero targets. Applying a pragmatic approach and use of emerging technologies, from strategic roadmaps to implementation.
Liaise with clients (commercial and project management awareness).
Undertake own design, specification and site monitoring etc.
Maintenance inspections of buildings,

Requirements

chartered

licence alter

building services

data metering

leadership

work winning

Excellent organisational and planning skills to effectively work to timescales and deadlines.
Experience in Building Services collectively (all-rounder).
Willingness and Strong technical knowledge in primary engineering discipline and good understanding of the secondary engineering discipline.
Comfortable with UK and applicable EU regulations, design guides, etc.
Experience working on projects in existing buildings (refurbishment and fit-out).
Licence to Alter
Qualified design engineer (chartered status or working towards).
Excellent written and spoken English skills.
Strong knowledge of data and metering.
Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities providing supervision and guidance to team members and other staff.
Proven track record in work winning and building successful teams.
Experience with performance specification and detailed design work, contract administration and site duties.
Able to develop effective relationships with well-developed interpersonal and influencing skills.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

introductory 30‑minute call with recruitment team
panel interview via microsoft teams or in person at an office

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1862

Year Established

The company was established in 1862 by Henry Lea, marking the beginning of its pioneering work in mechanical and electrical engineering.

£121 million

Annual Revenues

The firm generates over £121 million annually, reflecting its strong financial performance and market presence.

2021

Joining Tetra Tech

The company became part of Tetra Tech’s High Performance Buildings Group in 2021, expanding its global reach.

Cabot Circus 2001

Iconic Project Year

The firm delivered the iconic Cabot Circus project in Bristol, marking a significant milestone in its history.

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.

Culture + Values

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

Environment + Sustainability

12 offices

Office Emissions Baseline

A baseline for operational emissions was established across 12 offices during the 2021-2022 period.

147 kWh/m²/year

Energy Intensity

The average energy intensity of offices in the 2022-2023 period, measured in kilowatt-hours per square meter per year.

300 tCO₂e

Building-Related Emissions

Total building-related emissions in the 2022-2023 period, measured in metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent.

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

Inclusion & Diversity

3.9/5 Rating

Diversity & Inclusion

Anonymous employee reviews have rated the company's diversity and inclusion efforts at 3.9 out of 5, reflecting a strong commitment to inclusion.

Initiatives include positive action to welcome women, global ethnic majority, neurodiverse and disabled candidates.
Employees report 'diverse projects, great people… recognition of diversity change, and proactively working to address this.'
Equal opportunities and reasonable adjustments policies in recruitment and career development.
Structured Career Paths framework supports progression irrespective of background.

Articles

Our Projects

Careers at Hoare Lea

Sustainability