We are a recognised leader in the built environment, shaping some of the most ambitious and technically demanding projects across residential, hospitality, leisure, commercial, and complex engineering sectors. Our work spans:

• Cutting-edge healthcare and research facilities
• High-performance data centres
• Critical infrastructure
• State-of-the-art manufacturing and technology environments
• Projects that push boundaries and deliver real-world impact

Driven by a commitment to excellence, we combine innovation, technical expertise, and practical delivery to create solutions that are robust, reliable, forward-thinking, and sustainable. Our teams work at the forefront of the industry, collaborating with leading clients across the public and private sectors, both locally and internationally.

You will join a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team that thrives on passion and leads in supportive, flexible, and high-performing work culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take the lead design role on significant and complex building services projects, owning design delivery from inception to completion.
• Define and agree the design brief with clients and manage client and consultant relationships professionally.
• Represent Hoare Lea at project meetings and promote our services to support client projects and future business growth.
• Manage, prioritise, and motivate the internal project team (including specialist groups); host and chair internal project meetings.
• Delegate, review, and check work undertaken by others; contribute to the professional development of team members.
• Monitor project expenditure, costs, and resource requirements; report regularly to the team leader.
• Identify, highlight, and manage project and commercial risks, including awareness of consultant appointment conditions and procurement impacts.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards, technical accuracy, and programme deadlines.
• Share technical knowledge across the business and work collaboratively with other professionals to deliver coordinated building designs.
• Communicate openly and effectively at all levels, both internally and externally.

About You

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Qualified and recognised in the industry, preferably with Chartered status.
• Proven, in-depth technical knowledge in electrical/building services design and applied experience of relevant regulations and design guides.
• Strong understanding of complementary disciplines and experience leading integrated design teams.
• Excellent client-facing skills with the ability to manage difficult situations calmly and professionally.
• Demonstrable experience leading design teams on complex projects and delivering to demanding timescales.
• Commercial awareness: experience monitoring project costs, identifying commercial risks, and contributing to profitable delivery.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple demands.
• Confident communicator—excellent written and spoken English—with experience representing a consultancy externally.
• IT literate with proficiency in industry software (Revit, AutoCAD, Dialux, OM Electrical).
• Committed to continuous professional development and supporting the career growth of others.

How To Apply

To apply, complete a CV profile and submit your application or contact aureliacherradi@hoarelea.com for further information.

If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience. Successful candidates will be invited via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. We aim to provide feedback at each stage of the process.

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