Retrofit Design Lead (ARB Architect or MCIAT)

Retrofit Design Lead
Permanent position
Bristol or London
£60,000 - £65,000

Are you a talented Retrofit Designer looking to take the next step in your career? One of the UK's leading built environment consultancies is on the lookout for a Retrofit Design Lead to join their growing team and make a real impact on the country's decarbonisation and retrofit agenda.

This is your chance to lead high-profile, complex retrofit projects across social housing and public sector properties, including higher-risk buildings, while shaping the future of the retrofit service offering.

Why this role is brilliant:

Lead exciting retrofit projects from concept to completion.
Take ownership of design strategy, compliance, and quality across a diverse portfolio.
Mentor and grow a team of talented Retrofit Designers - your leadership will make a real difference.
Work closely with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver innovative, practical solutions.
Be part of a consultancy that's genuinely shaping the future of sustainable housing in the UK.
About you:
Qualified Architect (ARB/RIBA) or Chartered Architectural Technologist (MCIAT).
Strong Revit skills and proven experience leading retrofit projects.
Confident navigating PAS2035, Building Regulations, Building Safety Act, and higher-risk buildings.
Experience in social housing or public sector projects - you know the challenges and how to solve them.
Naturally collaborative, you thrive in multi-disciplinary teams and can mentor others.
Desirable but not essential points:

Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination & Risk Management.
Multi-disciplinary consultancy experience.
In return:

£60-65k + car allowance + strong bonus
Enhanced pension scheme
25 days annual leave
Career development and progression in a fast-growing retrofit team
Work on projects that genuinely improve people's homes and reduce carbon emissions
If you're ready to lead the way in retrofit design and work somewhere that values your skills and ideas, this could be your next role.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed