Overview
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community wishing to join a workforce which embraces difference and welcomes everyone.
At the Environment Agency there’s so much more to our work than building flood risk management schemes or regulating industry. We strive to ensure that everything we do counts towards leaving a legacy to be proud of for people, communities, and the environment – for all of us to enjoy and for future generations.
This role is all about supporting the team overseeing the commercial governance of our contracts with key consultancies and contractors – a vital role in the success of our projects, and our ability to maximise returns on our budget and demonstrate value for money. You'll also help set up and manage pathfinder programmes that embed best practice and develop long-term collaborative partnership arrangements that deliver for both of us, and society.
You won’t be alone. The Commercial Assurance and Framework Management Team provides country-wide support to our Integrated Delivery Management teams and wider Project Management community, championing effective governance and commercial assurance, to achieve the very best value for money.
Everyone that joins us is required to undertake training and participate in incident response duties when the need to respond arises. Having an incident role is an essential part of working for the Environment Agency and an active way to support communities and prevent harm to the environment. Further information on incident response can be found within your candidate pack.
The Team
We are the Commercial and Framework Management (CAFM) team, part of Portfolio Management, Assurance & Commercial (PMAC), supporting our Programme and Contract Management Service to create a better place and build resilient communities through excellent commercial risk management. You will be an integrated part of our national team and will support your local delivery hub leadership ensuring we deliver the most sustainable outcomes on our delivery programmes.
Responsibilities
* Help manage the commercial governance of contracts with key consultancies and contractors to maximise value for money.
* Set up and manage pathfinder programmes that embed best practice and develop long-term collaborative partnerships.
* Support Integrated Delivery Management teams and the wider Project Management community with governance and commercial assurance.
* Develop strong internal and external relationships to effectively interpret contractual and commercial requirements within a high-performing team.
* Participate in incident response duties as required.
Experience / Skills Required
Essential education/skills
* A-Level Qualifications, Level 3 Qualifications Or Equivalent.
* Skilled communicator with strong interpersonal/influencing skills.
* Stakeholder management experience.
* Strong data and document management skills.
* Commercial acumen – ability to understand and analyse business situations, take proportionate risks, make informed decisions and deliver value for money. Demonstrate curiosity and drive to achieve value for money.
* Administration skills – strong organisation skills, ability to write minutes and draft reports.
* Willingness to shadow, undertake long-term professional qualifications (such as NEC training, CIPS) and the confidence to ask questions to drive development.
* Interest in infrastructure, construction or environmental programmes.
Desirable Education / Professional Requirements
* Degree or equivalent professional qualification or experience.
* Working towards status with a recognised professional body such as ICE, CIWEM, APM, CIPS, or RICS.
* Formal training in contract management (e.g. NEC, Contract Management Capability Programme).
Application notes
* When completing your application please tell us why you think you would be suitable for the role and what skills & experience you would bring to the role.
* Please note, this role does NOT qualify for sponsorship. You should contact UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) or visit https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration for guidance on options for obtaining right to work in the UK.
Benefits and working patterns
* Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Our flexible working supports a healthy work/life balance and offers numerous choices to accommodate personal commitments. Excellent training and learning opportunities are available, including personal and professional development.
* The team is nationally dispersed across the country; some travel is required with occasional overnight stays. The role can be fulfilled via hybrid working.
Additional information
* A virtual open evening will be held on 23/10/25 at 18:00.
* For further information, email: Kerrie.Pitson@environment-agency.gov.uk
* Interviews w/c 17/11/25.
* The Environment Agency is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome flexible working patterns including job share and guarantee interview to eligible applicants with a disability.
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