Retrofit Coordinator
Location: Manchester, London, or Bristol (Hybrid)
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding Retrofit Department within a leading built environment consultancy. The team delivers full end-to-end retrofit services for a wide range of clients, focusing on large-scale social housing regeneration and energy efficiency projects.
You’ll be working on significant retrofit schemes – often involving 500+ properties – covering the implementation of energy efficiency measures, fabric upgrades, and renewable energy solutions.
The Retrofit team operates collaboratively alongside in-house disciplines such as architecture, sustainability, building services engineering, and surveying, providing a unique opportunity to broaden your expertise across the built environment.
You’ll also have access to a dedicated Retrofit Development Pathway, offering ongoing CPD, qualifications, and structured progression to support your career growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the full retrofit process as a Retrofit Coordinator, collaborating with Retrofit Assessors, Designers, contractors, and clients.
* Protect client and public interests by ensuring projects are safe, compliant, and high quality, while proactively managing risk.
* Ensure seamless communication between project teams across all RIBA stages, maintaining compliance with PAS 2035, PAS 2030, and Building Regulations.
* Carry out energy modelling, prepare Improvement Option Evaluations and Medium‑Term Plans for multiple properties.
* Ensure compliance with DESNZ funding requirements, lodging completed works on the TrustMark database within required timescales.
* Provide regular client updates, project reporting, and performance tracking.
* Advise on energy efficiency measures aligned with client objectives – including carbon reduction, cost savings, and improved thermal comfort.
* Liaise with external stakeholders such as social housing providers, asset managers, programme managers, contractors, and local authorities.
* Support Retrofit Designers in compiling PAS 2035‑compliant design packs and collate key documentation including surveys, guarantees, and assessment data.
Skills & Experience Required
* Level 5 Retrofit Coordination & Risk Management qualification (essential).
* Proven experience delivering retrofit coordination under SHDF, LAD, or HUG schemes.
* Level 3 Energy Efficiency Measures in Older & Traditional Buildings qualification (essential).
* Level 3 Domestic Energy Assessor and/or Level 4 Domestic Retrofit Assessor qualifications (preferred).
* Experience working with social housing providers and contractors on large‑scale retrofit projects.
* Strong understanding of PAS 2035 processes, including Improvement Option Evaluations, Medium‑Term Plans, and TrustMark lodgement.
* Proficient in software such as AirTable, Cotality, PAS Hub, Elmhurst, and Microsoft Excel.
* Driving licence and willingness to travel for site visits.
* Analytical thinker with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Experience in consultancy or retrofit‑related project environments.
Personal Attributes
* Proactive and highly organised, with strong attention to detail.
* Capable of managing multiple projects and maintaining client relationships.
* Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across disciplines and departments.
* Enthusiastic about sustainability, innovation, and improving the built environment.
Benefits Package
* 25 days annual leave, plus options to buy, sell, or carry over leave.
* 3 volunteering days per year to support community or charitable causes.
* Private medical insurance, access to GP services, and discounted gym membership.
* Life assurance, pension scheme, and income protection.
* Hybrid working model for work‑life flexibility.
* Career development pathway with structured training and professional progression.
* Performance bonus, car allowance, and additional benefits linked to seniority and growth.
* Supportive, collaborative environment focused on quality, innovation, and partnership.
Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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