Andrew Somerville

Chartered Engineer. Memberships: CIBSE, EBSA, IAT & LASA

Director responsible for Science and Research Buildings at Hoare Lea.
Andrew brings to this role a breadth of experience both in the UK and internationally where his knowledge and expertise has been instrumental in the successful completion of many projects. Andrew’s role includes leading design teams, planning & project management for construction projects including major scientific research buildings to small laboratory refurbishments.

Andrew has a wide-ranging experience in the sector, specialising in areas including:

• High containment laboratories (CL2, CL3 & CL4),
• BRF/BSU facilities,
• Life science laboratories,
• Controlled environment laboratories,
• Cold rooms,
• Health care facilities,
• Chemistry laboratories,
• Pharmaceutical facilities,
• R&D labs,
• Close control environments

Hoare Lea are a highly successful, international firm of mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) consulting engineers. Our client-focused and design-led service is underpinned by our commitment to excellence and our passion for innovative sustainable design.

As the largest firm of MEP consulting engineers in the UK we have experience across all major market sectors. We bring over 150 years of design experience to every project and have worked on many of the most prominent developments in the industry during this time.

We focus on providing a comprehensive MEP service including a range of related specialisms, allowing us to respond to every aspect of the building design brief.

Our firm remains wholly owned by our partners, giving us independence of thought, enabling us to better focus on the needs of our clients.