Engineering Performance into every building… and every transaction.
We deliver exceptional MEP consultancy in respect to both technical due diligence and building services design by combining deep technical expertise with a commercially focused approach. Our team of experienced building services engineers provide a thorough understanding of mechanical, electrical and public health systems, allowing us to identify risks, opportunities and lifecycle cost implications with clarity and precision. This ensures our clients, whether investors, funders, landlords or occupiers, are provided with advice that is both technically robust and aligned with their wider commercial objectives.
In the context of technical due diligence, we adopt a rigorous and methodical assessment process, reviewing the condition, performance, compliance and remaining life expectancy of all key MEP systems. We go beyond high-level commentary, offering clear and actionable insight into capital expenditure liabilities, operational risks and statutory compliance issues in the context of any lease nuances (in conjunction with our building surveying team). Our reporting is concise yet comprehensive, enabling clients to make informed investment decisions with confidence, fully understanding both immediate liabilities and longer-term asset management considerations.
One of our strengths lies in integrating MEP analysis seamlessly with wider building fabric and sustainability assessments, providing a joined-up, holistic view of asset performance. By coordinating closely with our multidisciplinary team, we ensure that building services risks are not considered in isolation but in the context of overall building functionality, sustainability credentials and investor / occupier strategic requirements. This joined-up approach is particularly valuable in complex assets or portfolios, where interdependencies between systems can significantly impact value, ongoing liability and performance.
In respect to building services design, we combine technical excellence with a pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset. We develop efficient, compliant and future-proofed MEP design solutions that align with client aspirations, programme constraints and budget parameters. Our designs prioritise energy efficiency, operational resilience and ease of maintenance, helping to reduce whole-life costs while enhancing occupier comfort and building performance. We are also highly attuned to evolving ESG requirements (in conjunction with our ESG team), ensuring our solutions support measurable sustainability outcomes and regulatory compliance.
What really distinguishes us is our ability to bridge the gap between due diligence and design. Insights gained during technical due diligence can directly inform our subsequent design recommendations, enabling us to develop targeted, value-driven interventions – whether through refurbishment, upgrade or full system replacement. This continuity of expertise ensures consistency in advice and delivery, minimising risk and maximising value for our clients throughout the investment lifecycle.
Clients choose us for our clarity of advice, technical depth and commitment to delivering practical, commercially grounded solutions. Whether assessing an acquisition or designing building services for a new or refurbished asset, our MEP consultancy provides the confidence that all critical systems are carefully considered, inherently robust and optimised for long-term performance and overall client satisfaction.
What our clients say
"JH provide key advice in ensuring we maximise quality and minimise cost across our sites, while dealing with the nuances that each Cat A space brings. We would recommend Jones Hargreaves to any corporate firm with a requirement for good quality Project Management."
"Over the last few years, Jones Hargreaves have provided an excellent service. In addition to providing sound technical advice, they have overlaid that at all times. All members of the team have been very responsive and highly effective, which has been a vital support for our growing business in the UK."
"They stayed engaged long after the contract ended, which says everything."
"Jones Hargreaves are a key supplier to LXi and a critical part of our consultant team infrastructure. Their responsiveness and turnaround times are second to none. The teams’ partner led service is of excellent quality and gives us enormous comfort that the risks associated with real estate acquisition and asset management are mitigated wherever possible. Even more importantly they are always on the end of the phone to discuss progress and strategy and provide comfort where required."
"Jones Hargreaves are advisors who we regularly appoint for due diligence, project and dilapidations instructions. We value the quality of their advice and responsiveness to requests."
"We have always found Jones Hargreaves to be responsive, diligent and commercially driven. We enjoy working with Jones Hargreaves and would happily recommend their services to others."
"We have engaged Jones Hargreaves on a number of instructions ranging from dilapidations to contract administration and have always found the team to be highly responsive, proactive and effective. We would thoroughly recommend their services."
"JH started working with Ribston undertaking acquisitions surveys and have progressed to overseeing large refurbishments projects on our behalf, including the project management of the demolition and redevelopment of a large 5-acre site, which will have a build contract on phase one of £3.5m. Jones Hargreaves deploy the skills to undertake all of their required roles competently and effectively."
"We have worked with Jones Hargreaves for a number of years on a range of instructions, primarily dilapidations surveys and the contract administration of refurbishment works. We have always found the team to be responsive, diligent and commercially driven and look forward to working with them in the future."
"Jones Hargreaves has been an exceptional partner to the Mileway team, consistently delivering high-quality work that is both timely and budget-conscious. Their commercial insight and proactive approach ensure smooth collaboration, with every project being handled with precision and attention to detail."
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