Charles Andrews Ltd, one of the UK’s longest-standing independent building services consultancies, has officially celebrated its 80th anniversary — marking eight decades of innovation, technical excellence and trusted industry partnerships. The milestone was commemorated on 13 November 2025 with a major celebration at The Alchemist in Spinningfields, Manchester, where clients, partners, and colleagues gathered to honour the firm’s remarkable history.
The event, described by the company as a “big birthday bash,” brought together guests from across the country, many of whom travelled long distances to join the celebration. Those unable to attend were also acknowledged, with the business expressing gratitude to everyone who has played a part in its journey since its founding in 1945.
A video presentation showcased on the night highlighted Charles Andrews’ extensive legacy — from longstanding partnerships with organisations such as Vinci, Stockport Council, Trafford Council, Mitie, the Dodd Group and Kier Construction, to the consultancy’s continued contribution to major public and private sector developments across the UK.
Founded in the post-war era, Charles Andrews Consulting Engineers has grown into a highly respected multi-disciplinary building services consultancy. The firm provides mechanical and electrical engineering expertise across healthcare, retail, commercial, industrial and pharmaceutical sectors, and is recognised for delivering practical, commercially focused solutions. Its multi-skilled engineering teams support projects from initial concept through to completion, ensuring seamless integration with clients and project stakeholders.
Over its 80-year history, Charles Andrews has built a reputation for combining technical rigour with a collaborative approach, working closely with developers, contractors and public bodies on some of the UK’s most complex and high-profile schemes.
As the company celebrates this significant milestone, it also looks ahead to the future — continuing to invest in talent, strengthen partnerships and deliver engineering solutions that stand the test of time. The 80-year anniversary not only reflects a rich heritage, but also the resilience and forward-thinking approach that has shaped Charles Andrews into the consultancy it is today.
