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If you want to experience work that’s truly rewarding, join us. Because when we achieve together, customers and communities thrive.

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The role

To be part of a team to deliver our sector leading net zero carbon strategy and assist to drive energy performance improvement through implementation of solutions to reduce carbon and increase energy efficiency through improvements and installation of renewable measures

This role is part of Property where you'll help us to lead the way investing and maintaining 46,000 homes.

Internally this role will be known as Project Surveyor - Domestic Retrofit

What you'll achieve

As a qualified property professional and a subject matter expert on energy efficiency in residential buildings, you will support the Technical Retrofit Manager to carry out site and desktop surveys, and using your technical knowledge, specify and recommend best measures and build deliverable work packages

This is primarily a desk-based, hybrid role, with most work carried out from home and occasional site visits where required. Attendance at our Stratford-upon-Avon office is expected around once a week, with flexibility to discuss working arrangements depending on location

The purpose of this role is to support the delivery of Orbit’s net zero carbon strategy by helping to identify practical energy efficiency improvements across our housing portfolio.

• Working closely with the Technical Retrofit Manager, you will use property data, technical knowledge and analytical skills to review opportunities, recommend suitable measures and develop deliverable work packages.
• The role also supports the planning and coordination of retrofit and energy efficiency projects, helping to secure funding opportunities, ensure retrofit assessments and technical surveys validate property data, and confirm that funding criteria are met.
• You will work closely with delivery teams throughout project delivery, ensuring the successful delivery of the projects you have identified. You will support the delivery team where necessary and ensure funding opportunities are secured.
• A strong focus on quality, customer safety and right first-time service delivery is essential, ensuring that all proposed works contribute to Orbit’s wider strategic priorities and long-term energy efficiency and carbon reduction target

What you'll bring

Essential skills

• Good understanding of building performance, energy efficiency, retrofit principles or the ability to quickly develop knowledge in these areas.
• Experience of developing proposals, options appraisals or recommendations and presenting information clearly to a range of stakeholders.
• Experience of turning ideas, recommendations or plans into practical outcomes, including coordinating tasks, tracking progress and reporting outcomes.
• Confident using software, systems and data to analyse information, produce reports and support decision-making.
• Experience of working collaboratively across teams, building effective relationships and influencing others to achieve shared objectives.
• Awareness of relevant regulatory, compliance or policy requirements, with the ability to understand how they apply to housing associations and retrofit projects.
• A high degree of initiative, resourcefulness, flexibility and a self-motivating approach.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively through written, verbal and presentation skills, adapting style for different audiences.
• A proactive self-starter who can manage priorities, work independently and support others to maintain momentum.
• Ability to travel when required to meet the needs of the role.

Desirable skills

• Qualified Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA) with an excellent understanding of SAP
• Undergraduate or Post-graduate qualification in a relevant Building / Sustainability / Energy qualification
• Experience in using PowerBI to present complex data sets
• PAS 2035 Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management
• PAS 2035 Level 4 Qualification in Domestic Retrofit Assessment

Why Orbit?

Choosing us means being rewarded in every sense.

Here’s what you can expect to enjoy with us.

A rewarding experience that works for you

We strive to create an inclusive experience with benefits and wellbeing programmes designed to help you, and your loved ones, to thrive. For a better work life balance, we offer flexible working opportunities for many roles.

A place to progress

From training programmes to professional qualifications, we provide opportunities to learn and develop at every stage of your career. Whether you’re a student, graduate or experienced professional we’ll support you to grow.

For leaders, our tailored development journeys are designed to stretch and strengthen your leadership skills. As well as practical training, we give you access to renowned business schools and experiential programmes for greater breadth and depth of learning.

A purpose to feel proud of

We’re proud to make a difference to people together. We’re values-driven with a commercial focus on performance - because the more profit we make, the more we can achieve for people.

What brings us together is a passionate belief in progress and people.

Read more about the values and purpose that drive us on our careers website.

How we hire

We aim to make our hiring process simple and fair:

1. Online application
2. Interview(s)
3. Decision and offer

We put the safeguarding of our customers, colleagues and contractors at the heart of everything we do and as such, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check.

Revit Architect for Workplace Retrofit Project

An award-winning design studio, renowned for creating imaginative and beautifully crafted spaces across London, is seeking an experienced Architect to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with senior team members on the delivery of a prestigious workplace retrofit scheme in central London. As the ideal candidate you will bring strong technical expertise and solid Revit proficiency, alongside a keen design sensibility. Previous experience working on complex schemes and existing buildings will be highly valued. This role is well-suited to an Architect who thrives in a collaborative environment and is ready to make an immediate impact. An immediate start is preferred, so if you're looking to contribute to a high-profile project within a supportive and creative studio, please apply as soon as possible to find out more. Revit skills preferred.

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Roles

• Site Manager
• Project Manager
• Operations Manager

We are looking for professionals who are:

• Organised and proactive
• Committed to safety, quality, and sustainability
• Able to thrive in collaborative, fast‑paced environments
• Passionate about improving existing housing stock and community outcomes

• Competitive salary based on experience with profit related bonus
• Motor Expenditure Allowance of £3,500
• Option to opt into a salary sacrifice car lease
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off (34 days total)
• Sick pay
• 26 weeks full pay maternity leave
• 8 weeks full pay paternity leave
• Annual pay reviews
• Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms
• Up to £3,000 colleague referral fee
• Vast directory of training on bespoke in‑house Learning Management System
• Life Insurance
• Private healthcare and dental care
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retail and mobile phone provider discounts

Orbit Group is seeking a qualified property professional to join our energy retrofit team. Based primarily from home with weekly visits to Stratford-upon-Avon, you will support the Technical Retrofit Manager in surveys, data analysis and delivering energy efficiency improvements across our 46,000 homes.

You'll apply SAP, DEA credentials, and PowerBI to turn data into practical deliverables, coordinating retrofit projects and securing funding opportunities while maintaining high-quality,

Skyward Select, a leading retrofit specialist in England, is seeking a Senior Technical Services Manager to lead MEP delivery on a flagship Bristol scheme. You will oversee design coordination, commissioning and handover, reporting to the Project Director.

The role requires a strong mechanical or electrical building services background, proven experience in refurbishment projects, and excellent stakeholder management to drive buildability, value engineering and risk control on site in Bristol.

Stonewater is seeking an Asset Sustainability Manager to join its Environment and Sustainability team. This role involves supporting the delivery of sustainability programs aimed at enhancing energy efficiency in residential properties.

The successful candidate will analyze property data to identify energy improvement opportunities and assist with grant funding applications. Stonewater offers a flexible working environment and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an ideal place for those passionate about sustainability.

The Shore Group has been exclusively retained to appoint a Senior Commercial Manager for the Bristol region, leading the commercial delivery of landmark retrofit, cut & carve, and commercial office projects (£50m+). You will own financial control, procurement, and final accounts, partnering with clients, consultants, and the supply chain.

You will mentor the commercial team and contribute to regional growth, balancing robust cost control with delivering exceptional client outcomes in a

Are you an experienced compliance leader with a strong background in retrofit and sustainability? Do you enjoy leading teams, building relationships and ensuring high standards are consistently achieved?

We’re looking for a Sustainability Compliance Manager to lead a growing regional compliance team, overseeing the successful delivery of domestic retrofit projects across the Midlands, Yorkshire and the North East.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering energy efficiency programmes that make a real difference to communities, while protecting significant government funding through robust compliance and quality management.

The Role

You’ll lead and develop a team responsible for ensuring retrofit projects are delivered in line with PAS 2030:2023, PAS 2035 and MCS requirements, maintaining accreditations and driving best practice across the business. You’ll work closely with operational teams, clients and certification bodies, providing expert guidance while ensuring compliance documentation is completed accurately and on time.

This is a varied, client-facing position, combining people leadership, technical compliance and stakeholder management, with regular travel across regional projects.

What We’re Looking For

Experience managing and developing a compliance, sustainability or quality team.

Strong knowledge of retrofit, PAS 2030:2023, PAS 2035 and/or MCS standards.

Experience working within government-funded or energy efficiency programmes.

Confident managing external accreditations and certification audits.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.

Organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities across several projects.

What’s on Offer

Salary up to £60,000

£5,200 Car Allowance or Company Vehicle

Annual Bonus (up to 7.5%)

Hybrid working with a mix of home, office and site visits

The opportunity to lead an established team within a growing and forward-thinking sustainability function