Retrofit Programme Manager in London

Energy Jobline ZR; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Adecco Group UK & Ireland is seeking a Retrofit Programme Manager for a 3-month temp assignment in London (Hybrid). The role delivers retrofit and housing improvement programmes across planning to completion, with management of EPC surveys and environmental sensor installs.

Daily rate £400–£450 umbrella; strong housing, sustainability and energy efficiency expertise required. Join a team focused on warmer, healthier, energy-efficient homes, coordinating with partners and funding bodies to

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.
• 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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Energy efficiency knowledge

Housing project management

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

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 . 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 and communicate technical information clearly.

About You:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• 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 , 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 while supporting the borough's journey towards net zero.

Adecco is a -confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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