Celebrating 10 Years of Mark Harris at Hawden

10 YEARS OF MARK HARRIS

We’re proud to celebrate a major milestone: 10 years of dedicated service from our Technical Director, Mark Harris.

Mark joined Hawden on 29th March 2016 as an Associate Director, bringing with him not only a strong network of industry contacts but also a depth of technical expertise that immediately elevated our practice. From day one, his influence has helped shape the professional, forward‑thinking consultancy we are today.

In 2019, Mark became a Shareholding Director – an achievement that reflects both his commitment to the business and the trust we place in his leadership. Today, he plays a pivotal dual role, balancing his engineering responsibilities with the ongoing development and management of our internal processes, systems, and accreditations.

Mark’s contribution over the past decade has been nothing short of transformative. His drive to continually improve our standards, refine our operations, and support our growth has been invaluable. He has become an integral part of Hawden’s identity and success.

Thank you, Mark, for your unwavering dedication, your professionalism, and the impact you’ve made over the last 10 years.

Here’s to the next decade of innovation, leadership, and shared success.

Nadia’s Bright Future – Whitecroft Bright Futures Academy

NADIA’S BRIGHT FUTURE

 

Celebrating further successes in the Hawden Team; we wanted to highlight the achievement of one of our Trainee Engineers, Nadia Husen.

A year ago, we were invited to send a trainee to benefit from a joint venture between one of our Clients, Willmott Dixon, and one of our suppliers, Whitecroft Lighting.

The Bright Future’s Academy see’s some of the brightest young minds gathered together with industry thought leaders to network, share knowledge and bright ideas.

The programme starts with a visit to the factory, seminars and workshop and continues over time with interactive learning and the development of a project culminating in a Team presentation.

Not only did Nadia graduate from the Academy last week but also her Team Presentation was voted the Winner and she receive additional recognition because of it.

Thank you, to Willmott Dixon and Whitecroft Lighting, for offering such a beneficial opportunity and Congratulations to Nadia on your achievement.

Celebrating the Success of Mitchell Holland

Celebrating the Success of Mitchell Holland – BEng ACIBSE IEng

Following on from our recent update about our Apprenticeship and Junior Engineer Programme, we’re delighted to share an outstanding success story from within our team.

Mitchell has officially completed his apprenticeship, achieved his academic qualifications, and secured his professional accreditation — a milestone that reflects years of dedication, hard work, and continuous development.

Mitchell first joined us for work experience during his T‑Level studies. After completing them, he entered our Junior Engineer Programme while continuing his education at MidKent College. Having achieved his HNC in Building Services Engineering, he progressed to London South Bank University to undertake a formal Technical Apprenticeship.

In 2025, Mitchell completed his studies and moved straight into pursuing his professional qualifications, which he has now proudly achieved. Along the way, he was also shortlisted for CIBSE Apprentice of the Year, narrowly missing out on the top spot – an impressive recognition in itself.

Mitchell is also one of our in‑house SAP (OCDEA) Assessors, further demonstrating the breadth of his capability.

We are incredibly proud of Mitch. His achievements are a testament to his commitment, talent, and the well‑rounded skill set he has developed. Although he has chosen to specialise as an Electrical Engineer, he is without doubt one of the few genuinely holistic Building Services Engineers in the industry.

Congratulations, Mitch – a fantastic achievement and very well deserved.

NEW PROJECT – MARGATE WINTER GARDENS

EXCITING NEW PROJECT!

Hawden MEP are delighted to be appointed on the exciting redevelopment of Margate Winter Gardens. The project vision is to transform the building into a vibrant hub for culture, education and community life; bringing the historic building back to life.

Working alongside the local design team, Hawden are instructed to provide M&E design covering RIBA Stages 1-3.

Thanks to Lee Evans Partnership LLP for the images. Keep an eye on our feed for more updates on this exciting local project..

2026 HAWDEN CHARITY OF THE YEAR

Hawden Charity 2026

 

Hawden are delighted to announce that the charity we’re supporting for 2026 is Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex.

Why KSS?

Their helicopters are flying emergency rooms. When there’s a life-or-death call, they bring specialised doctors, paramedics, and treatment to the scene, fast. And they don’t stop 24/7, 365 days a year.

But without the support of local people and businesses, they can’t get off the ground. Our support gets their lifesaving team to where they’re urgently needed.

Without us, they can’t keep flying. Without us, they can’t save lives.

We’re excited to raise as much as possible for this local charity and the lifesaving service they provide.

LISA MURPHY

1 Year Anniversary

Happy 1-year anniversary to our BIM Lead, Lisa Murphy!

In just one year, Lisa has made a massive impact at Hawden MEP. From meticulously refining our Technical Standards to her constant drive to keep us at the forefront of the industry, her expertise has been a total gamechanger for the team.

Lisa’s dedication to innovation and excellence is inspiring. We’re so lucky to have her leading the way!

Cheers to an incredible first year and many more to come.

ISO CERTIFICATION RENEWAL

 

ISO ACCREDITATIONS

 

Hawden are proud to announce another successful year of certification with British Assessment Bureau (Amtivo Group).

We’re delighted to share that Hawden MEP has once again retained our ISO 9001 (Quality Management), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management) accreditations.

These accreditations reflect our ongoing commitment to:
– Delivering consistent quality
– Minimising our environmental impact
– Prioritising the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people.

Maintaining these standards is a team effort, and this achievement is a testament to the dedication and professionalism of everyone at Hawden MEP.

TOM WARNER

TOM WARNER

A big shout out to our Tom Warner who is celebrating 11 years at Hawden MEP.

Tom is one of our Energy Assessors and Mechanical Engineers and is a cornerstone of the MEP team.

As our second-longest-serving member, Tom has grown and developed right along with the company, becoming the highly respected expert we all rely on today. His easy going nature and friendly demeanour make him a hit with clients and colleagues alike. With his keen eye for detail and natural managerial talent, Tom is an essential part of the future of Hawden MEP!

BERRYWOOD CAMHS PROJECT

Berrywood

Hawden would like to congratulate the team on the Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Berrywood Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) project.

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LOW CARBON CONSULTANT

LOW CARBON CONSULTANT

 

Well done to our Scott Lee for passing the CIBSE LCC Building Design exam and becoming a certified Low Carbon Consultant. Scott joins other members of the Hawden MEP team in being certified as a low carbon consultant with CIBSE.