Retrofit Designer

**Salary**: £35,000 - £45,000, dependent on experience and qualifications
**Location**: Northallerton, with site visits to domestic homes across North Yorkshire as needed to complete retrofit designs.

**Contract**: Permanent, Full-Time

**Benefits**: 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, generous pension, hybrid working options, training support and other benefits.

**Are you a Chartered Building Surveyor, Architect or Architectural Technologist looking for a new challenge in Retrofit?**

We are seeking a **Retrofit Designer** to strengthen and upskill our Retrofit team at Align Property Services.

This is an excellent opportunity for any professionally qualified individual (RICS, CIOB, CIAT or equivalent) with a strong background in building design or surveying, who wants to focus on meaningful retrofit work without rigid targets or unnecessary bureaucracy.

At Align Property Services, we don’t just design buildings, we create spaces that matter. Recently recognised as Regional Energy Consultancy of the Year and Regional New Build Project of the Year at the Northeast Energy Efficiency Awards for our work with Darlington Borough Council, we’re proud to be setting new benchmarks in sustainable design and innovation.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of North Yorkshire Council, we’re one of the largest and most respected building design consultancies in the North of England. Our collaborative, forward thinking team delivers a wide range of services, including:

- Civil, Structural, Highways & Drainage Engineering
- Architecture & Sustainability
- Building Surveying & Project Management
- Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
- Quantity Surveying & CDM
- Transport Planning, Bridges & Estate Management

From small scale surveys to multi-million-pound developments, including schools, fire stations, care homes, and heritage buildings, our projects are as varied as our clients. With a strong and growing pipeline across both public and private sectors, there’s never been a better time to join us.

**Want to learn more?**

Further information and project case studies can be found on our **website** and in our **quarterly newsletter**.

**What You’ll Be Doing**:

- Design practical, effective energy retrofit solutions for domestic properties in line with PAS 2035 requirements.
- Work closely with our Retrofit Assessors, Coordinators and Project Managers to ensure designs are robust, deliverable and compliant.
- Visit domestic properties where needed to gather information and verify design feasibility.
- Liaise with our Retrofit Coordinators, engineers, contractors and clients to develop and finalise design details.
- Ensure all designs align with current building regulations and sustainability targets.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge through CPD; full PAS 2035 training will be provided if required.

**What We’re looking for**:
**Professional Qualifications**

- A chartered architectural technologist (MCIAT or FCIAT) registered by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT); or
- An Architect registered by the Architects Registration Board (ARB); or
- A professional member of the Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB or FCIOB); or
- A chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS or FRICS).

**Skills and Experience**
- Experience in building design, retrofit, refurbishment or energy efficiency projects.
- Confident communicator and team player.
- Committed to high standards and ongoing professional development.
- Holds a full UK driving licence and willing to travel locally.

**Why join Align?**

When you join us, you become part of a team that values your contribution. We offer a supportive, professional environment where you’ll have the tools and training to thrive. Everyone here plays a vital role in delivering the high-quality services we’re known for, and we make sure our people feel valued and respected.

In return for your commitment, we offer:

- A Competitive salary up to £45,000 per year, dependent on your skills and experience
- Enrolment on to a company pension scheme which we will contribute up to 6%
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with opportunity to purchase up to 10 additional annual leave days per leave year.
- Hybrid working to support you in a healthy work-life balance.
- Professional development through varying project work

A benefits scheme which includes a good maternity leave package, cycle2work scheme and our online voucher portal giving access to discounts from leading retailers to help you
- on shopping, days out, or nights in.
- Stability in your role**:

- public sector security in a private sector industry**

**How to Apply**

To discuss this position in more detail, or for any other questions, please get in touch with Danielle on 07977743718.

Closing date**:Midnight on Monday 27**th** of October 2025**

**Interviews are expected to take place on the 11**th**, 12**th**, 13**th** and 14**th** of November 2025**

**Retrofit Designer (PAS 2035)**

**Salary**:£35,000 - £45,000

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