Hopkins Timeline
J&B Hopkins Ltd was Incorporated
Working from John & Barbara’s House
Growing Beyond Our Roots
Continued success led to our first purpose-built office, reflecting the growth of both our team and reputation.
A New Home for Hopkins
We moved into Concorde House, our purpose-built headquarters in Fareham, supporting our growing workforce and future ambitions.
Delivering Larger and More Complex Projects
Expansion into a full MEP design and build contractor, working across sectors including healthcare, education, residential, hotels and specialist energy projects.
Investing in Our People
Opening additional offices across the South East and Thames Valley while continuing to develop apprentices, trainees and future leaders.
Employee Ownership
Hopkins became employee owned, helping secure the company's future and ensuring the success of the business benefits the people who help build it every day.
45 Years Trading
Hopkins had grown into a leading MEP specialist, operating from three regional offices and delivering Design, Contracting, Energy and Technical Services across the South.
Growing Workforce & Training Commitment
Workforce grows to around 180+ employees. Around 7% of employees are apprentices or trainees, demonstrating a strong commitment to developing future industry talent
Hopkins is named #25 in BESA’s Top 30 UK M&E Contractors
Being recognised as one of the leading players in the industry.
Turnover Milestone
Hopkins hits a £72m turnover and continues to grow while staying true to the values that have defined the business for nearly five decades.