About the Role
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.
This role supports the team overseeing the commercial governance of our contracts with key consultancies and contractors – a vital part of our projects, ensuring we maximise returns on our budget and demonstrate value for money. You will 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. 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.
Responsibilities
• Oversee the commercial governance of contracts with key consultancies and contractors. • Manage pathfinder programmes that embed best practice and develop long‑term collaborative partnership arrangements. • Provide country‑wide support to Integrated Delivery Management teams and the wider Project Management community. • Build and maintain excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders. • Interpret contractual and commercial arrangements within a high‑performing team. • Undertake incident response duties as required. • Participate in training and any other duties as directed by the Environment Agency.
Essential Education, Skills & Behaviours
* A‑Level or Level 3 qualifications or equivalent.
* Strong communication and interpersonal/influencing skills.
* Stakeholder management experience.
* Strong data and document management skills.
* Commercial acumen – the ability to understand and analyse business situations, take appropriate risks, make informed decisions and deliver the most advantageous solution.
* Excellent organisational skills; ability to write minutes and draft reports.
* Willingness to shadow, undertake long‑term professional qualifications (e.g. NEC training, CIPS) and ask questions to drive development.
* Interest in infrastructure, construction or environmental programmes.
Desired Education & Professional Qualifications
* 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).
Benefits and Working Conditions
Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Flexible working supports a healthy work/life balance and offers numerous choices to accommodate the demands that personal commitments may present. Excellent training and learning opportunities are available, including personal and professional development.
The role can be fulfilled via hybrid working. Some travel required with occasional overnight stays. The team is nationally dispersed across the country.
Eligibility and Contact Information
Note this role does NOT qualify for sponsorship. Please contact UK Visa and Immigration or visit https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration for advice on right to work in the UK.
For further information, email: Kerrie.Pitson@environment-agency.gov.uk
Interviews: w/c 17/11/25 | Virtual open evening: 23/10/25 at 18:00
Locations
* Dorchester, England, United Kingdom
* Blandford Forum, England, United Kingdom
* Yeovil, England, United Kingdom
* Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom
* Wareham, England, United Kingdom
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