Associate or Senior Associate - MEP - Science & Research at Hoare Lea in London, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

design delivery

budget monitoring

client interaction

concept development

mentoring

Work with the team leader to help monitor fee expenditure, resources and work delivered.
Interact regularly with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring a communicative, collaborative and timely approach to delivery This is a client-facing role, so you will be attending project meetings and disseminating / translating the brief within the project team.
Lead the development of initial strategic concepts for projects ensuring solutions are appropriate for the brief and regulatory standards.
Mentor and support our ‘next gen’ professionals, including apprentices and graduates.
Be responsible for the day-to-day technical delivery of the electrical or mechanical design services for multi-disciplinary projects across the Science and Research sectors.

Requirements

bim

revit

dialux

mentoring

client liaison

associate engineer

Experience of modern technical delivery processes, and use of relevant software/tools such as BIM, Revit, Electrical OM, Dialux and Relux.
Experience in supporting others to develop knowledge, skills, and confidence.
Demonstrable experience working with clients/contractors / architects in a design-oriented / consultant role.
Proven experience working as an Associate or Senior Associate Engineer or in a closely related role, with a track record delivering on a variety of complex projects.

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

introductory 30‑minute call with recruitment team
panel interview (via microsoft teams or in person)

Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

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

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

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

Company

Overview

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

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

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

Associate or Senior Associate - MEP - Science & Research

Hoare Lea

Associate or Senior Associate - MEP - Science & Research

Hoare Lea

Description

design delivery

budget monitoring

client interaction

concept development

mentoring

Requirements

bim

revit

dialux

mentoring

client liaison

associate engineer

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Description

design delivery

budget monitoring

client interaction

concept development

mentoring

Requirements

bim

revit

dialux

mentoring

client liaison

associate engineer

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

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.

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.

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.

300 tCO₂e

Building-Related Emissions

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