Retrofit Programme Manager

Adecco; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 74,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Equal opportunities employer

Job summary

Adecco Group UK & Ireland is recruiting a Retrofit Programme Manager to lead energy-efficiency improvement projects for Newham residents. You will manage large-scale surveys, EPCs, and sensor installation programs, ensuring timely delivery and compliant documentation.

The role focuses on coordinating cross-functional teams, engaging stakeholders, and driving climate action within council housing stock, with hybrid working from London. Initially 3 months, temp contract with competitive day rate.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of housing, sustainability, and energy efficiency principles.
• Proven experience in managing housing or sustainability projects.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• A degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate retrofit and housing improvement programmes from planning to completion.
• Manage large-scale property survey programmes, including EPC surveys.
• Oversee environmental sensor installation projects across the housing stock.
• Procure and manage consultants, contractors, and specialist service providers.
• Monitor programme performance, budgets, and delivery milestones
• Ensure timely and quality delivery of projects while maintaining accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams, delivery partners, and funding bodies.
• Engage residents and communicate technical information clearly.

Skills

Housing knowledge

Sustainability

Energy efficiency

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Job Title: Retrofit Programme Manager

Rate: £400-£450 per day Umbrella

Directorate: Inclusive Economy & Housing

Service Area: Housing Services / Climate Action

Location: London Borough of Newham (Hybrid Working)

term: Temp - 3 months initially

Our client is seeking an experienced Retrofit Programme Manager to join their dynamic team dedicated to creating warmer, healthier, and more energy-efficient homes for residents. This is a unique opportunity to lead impactful programmes that enhance energy performance, reduce carbon emissions, and prepare housing stock for future environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Programme Delivery:

• Lead and coordinate retrofit and housing improvement programmes from planning to completion.


• Manage large-scale property survey programmes, including EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) surveys.


• Oversee environmental sensor installation projects across the housing stock.

Project & Contract Management:

• Procure and manage consultants, contractors, and specialist service providers.


• Monitor programme performance, budgets, and delivery milestones


• Ensure timely and quality delivery of projects while maintaining accurate documentation.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with internal teams, delivery partners, and funding bodies.


• Engage residents and communicate technical information clearly.

About You:

• Strong knowledge of housing, sustainability, and energy efficiency principles.


• Proven experience in managing housing or sustainability projects.


• Excellent analytical and communication skills.


• A degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

What's Important to Us:

Our client values individuals who are passionate about improving homes and communities, committed to equality and diversity, and eager to contribute to Newham's climate ambitions. A collaborative and solution-focused approach is essential.

This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by delivering sustainable homes for Newham residents while supporting the borough's journey towards net zero. If you are ready to lead trans-formative housing projects, our client would love to hear from you!

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.