Retrofit Project Assistant

Essential Employment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Employment in Cambridge is seeking a Retrofit Project Assistant to support project officers across the full lifecycle of net zero, energy efficiency and retrofit projects. The role involves briefing, development, planning, procurement and delivery activities.

The successful candidate will produce clear specifications and project documentation, lead tenant/leaseholder engagement, assist with tender documents, Building Regulation submissions, and monthly reporting for funded programmes.

Qualifications

• The role involves supporting project officers and managers across the full lifecycle of retrofit projects.
• Involves producing clear, compliant specifications and project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, procurement and delivery activities across retrofit projects.
• Assist with tender documents, Building Regulation submissions, and monthly reporting for funded programmes.
• Gather EPC data, monitor and evaluate energy performance and tenant satisfaction.
• Maintain the asset database and assist with bid and grant applications.
• Cover absences and time on site as required.

Job description

Retrofit Project Assistant needed in Cambridge

This is a temporary role and the rate is £17.45ph PAYE

The reference number is: 5308094

The successful candidate will play an integral role in supporting project officers and managers across the full lifecycle of net zero, energy efficiency and retrofit projects, contributing to briefing, development, planning, procurement and delivery activities.

They will assist in producing clear, compliant specifications and project documentation, and take a proactive lead in aspects of tenant and leaseholder engagement, ensuring high-quality communication and customer service through letters, fliers, calls, emails, access arrangements and engagement events. They will support the preparation and issue of tender documents, help compile planning and Building Regulation submissions, and provide accurate monthly reporting for funded programmes.

They will gather and organise pre- and post-EPC data, contribute to monitoring and evaluation activities, and help build a detailed picture of energy performance and tenant satisfaction. They will maintain and update the Council's asset database, research relevant funding opportunities, assist with bid and grant applications, and take on appropriate responsibilities to support projects and cover absences, including time on site. They will keep up to date with legislation and best practice, actively pursue professional development, and undertake any additional duties required in line with the role.

Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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