We have an opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to play a key role in delivering high‑quality, sustainable electrical engineering solutions across multiple projects in the built environment.
You will join our Electrical team based in our London office.
As the largest office within the firm, our London has a broad and far-reaching experience covering all sectors. Our team have a wealth of experience and offer a positive, supportive and flexible culture.
We are seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer or Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to lead client relationships and deliver technically excellent, commercially sound electrical design across building services projects. This vacancy will suit an experienced Associate who manages project delivery and client engagement, or a Senior Associate who leads larger, multi-disciplines schemes, contributes to business development and helps shape a high‑performing local team.
Act as primary client contact for projects; define and agree briefs and represent Hoare Lea professionally at project meetings. Lead and coordinate project teams (including specialist groups), prioritise workloads and host/ chair internal project meetings. Deliver profitable, high‑quality schemes; monitor project expenditure, report costs and resource needs to line managers/partners. contribute to staff development and performance objectives. Maintain awareness of consultant appointment conditions, procurement routes and commercial risks; identify and mitigate business risks. Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, consultants and contractors to support repeat business and growth.
Additional responsibilities for Senior Associate:
Support development and leadership of the local team and report regularly senior management.
Degree in Electrical/Building Services Engineering or equivalent. Chartered status required for Senior Associate, desirable/working towards for Associate. Extensive project & client leadership experience. Strong technical competence in electrical building services, working to applicable regulations and design guides. Demonstrable commercial awareness: monitor project costs, identify/mitigate risks and contribute to profitable delivery. Proven people leadership: motivate, delegate and develop team members — leads projects (Associate) or leads teams and local practice (Senior Associate). Highly organised with strong planning skills; IT literate with proficiency in industry software and BIM workflows. Committed to continuous professional development and knowledge‑sharing.
From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. Adjustments and accommodations
If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know.
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Important: the job title “Senior Associate” at Hoare Lea refers to a senior-level position (not an entry-level role); Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working.
We have an opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to play a key role in delivering high‑quality, sustainable electrical engineering solutions across multiple projects in the built environment.
You will join our Electrical team based in our London office.
As the largest office within the firm, our London has a broad and far-reaching experience covering all sectors. Our team have a wealth of experience and offer a positive, supportive and flexible culture.
We are seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer or Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to lead client relationships and deliver technically excellent, commercially sound electrical design across building services projects. This vacancy will suit an experienced Associate who manages project delivery and client engagement, or a Senior Associate who leads larger, multi-disciplines schemes, contributes to business development and helps shape a high‑performing local team.
Act as primary client contact for projects; define and agree briefs and represent Hoare Lea professionally at project meetings. Lead and coordinate project teams (including specialist groups), prioritise workloads and host/ chair internal project meetings. Deliver profitable, high‑quality schemes; monitor project expenditure, report costs and resource needs to line managers/partners. contribute to staff development and performance objectives. Maintain awareness of consultant appointment conditions, procurement routes and commercial risks; identify and mitigate business risks. Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, consultants and contractors to support repeat business and growth.
Additional responsibilities for Senior Associate:
Support development and leadership of the local team and report regularly senior management.
Degree in Electrical/Building Services Engineering or equivalent. Chartered status required for Senior Associate, desirable/working towards for Associate. Extensive project & client leadership experience. Strong technical competence in electrical building services, working to applicable regulations and design guides. Demonstrable commercial awareness: monitor project costs, identify/mitigate risks and contribute to profitable delivery. Proven people leadership: motivate, delegate and develop team members — leads projects (Associate) or leads teams and local practice (Senior Associate). Highly organised with strong planning skills; IT literate with proficiency in industry software and BIM workflows. Committed to continuous professional development and knowledge‑sharing.
From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. Adjustments and accommodations
If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know.
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