Job Description
Job Title: Retrofit Project Manager
Reports To: Head of Operations
Salary Scale: £35,000
Location: Office & Site based / Hybrid
(Holywell, North Wales & North West England)
Hours: 40hrs per week (flexible working)
About Us
Cyd Innovation, established in early 2021, addresses local social and environmental issues, focusing on poverty, health inequalities, and climate change in Wales and across the UK. We operate in high-impact sectors like net zero housing, collaborating with organisations and communities to maximize social, economic, and environmental benefits.
We’re focused on supporting Welsh social housing providers to achieve their net zero ambitions by clarifying a retrofit delivery pathway and supporting them in establishing value for money, social value focused supply chains.
We measure our success by the positive impact we create in communities, supporting business growth and long-term sustainability in key sectors.
Job Purpose
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join Cyd Innovation’s Project Management Team to support the operational delivery of energy efficiency retrofit for housing and procurement projects for our private and social housing clients.
This role will take a leading role in supporting the delivery of retrofit projects from procurement through to all aspects of contract. The postholder will be supported to continuously develop through experience, mentoring and learning.
They will be expected to coordinate multiple high value projects utilising a range of funding. The post holder will work within a PMO environment alongside a team of experts including Retrofit Advisors, Retrofit Assessors and Retrofit Coordinators to ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards.Due to the nature of the role, regular travel and site visits will be required.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the project management of retrofit housing projects from scoping through to delivery and sign-off.
- Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and on-site personnel to ensure smooth project operations.
- Monitor project performance, identify issues, and apply guidance to support successful delivery.
- Report project progression to the PMO Manager, ensuring quality, safety, and timelines are met.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, residents, and stakeholders, with a customer-focused approach.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings in project delivery.
- Develop case studies that highlight project impact and our commitment to social value.
- Ensure documentation and compliance checks are completed across concurrent PAS 2035 projects.
- Review specifications and plans for suitability and compliance with regulations.
- Submit material, labour, and other project requirements promptly to internal teams.
Essential skills, experience and qualifications
- A positive, innovative, and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Ability to self-manage, take initiative, and work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ideally 12+ months of experience in the construction sector.
- Understanding of relevant UK Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation.
- Strong project management knowledge and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient ICT skills, including MS Office applications.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- PRINCE2 or equivalent qualification.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and funding streams simultaneously.
- Confident in liaising with clients, residents, and technical teams.
- Flexibility to work across office, site, and remote settings.
Desirable skills, experience and qualifications
- A construction related degree or equivalent NVQ etc.
- RICS accreditation.
- Familiarity with PAS 2035, TrustMark, and retrofit compliance processes (training can be provided).
- Welsh language skills (written and spoken) preferred.
Benefits – what you’ll receive from us
- Competitive salary.
- Paid wellbeing hour every week.
- 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays).
- Flexible working policy.
- Hybrid working option.
- Company pension scheme.
- Frequent team days.
- A unique opportunity to join an exciting socially focussed business where you can make a real and positive difference.
- Support towards RICS Chartered Surveyor status.
- Opportunities for training and progression.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Cyd Innovation is an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage people from disadvantaged backgrounds to apply, including but not limited to, those living with disabilities and prior convictions.
Cyd means ‘together’ in Welsh, and for us as a business, we hope to bring an equal, diverse and inclusive team together from all backgrounds to support us to make a real and positive difference.
We are working hard to create a diverse and inclusive team, as we know that different experiences and backgrounds make a stronger and better workplace.
Our Values
In our organisation, our core values are not just words on a page; they are the guiding principles that shape our culture and define our identity. Integrity, community, sustainability, being impactful, and fostering innovation are the cornerstones of our ethos. We believe that these values are not just essential for our success, but they are integral to the positive impact we aim to make in the world. We wish to employ individuals who share these values at their core and can embody them in their daily work. We believe that by aligning with individuals who uphold these principles, we can collectively drive our mission forward, fostering a workplace culture that thrives on trust, inclusivity, environmental responsibility, meaningful contributions, and forward-thinking solutions.
If you are passionate about these values and are eager to join a team that shares your commitment to them, we invite you to explore the opportunities within our organisation and contribute to our shared vision for a better future.
