Job Description
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 will also help set up and manage pathfinder programmes that embed best practice and develop long‑term collaborative partnership arrangements that deliver for both 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. It will see you quickly develop excellent relationships internally and externally and become an expert on contractual and commercial interpretations within a high‑performing team.
Everyone that joins us is required to undertake training and participate in incident response duties when the need 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.
Key Responsibilities
As part of the Commercial and Framework Management (CAFM) team you will support your local delivery hub leadership, ensuring we deliver sustainable outcomes on our delivery programmes. You will:
* Maintain commercial governance of contracts with consultancies and contractors.
* Set up and manage pathfinder programmes and long‑term partnership arrangements.
* Provide country‑wide support and champion effective governance across the Integrated Delivery Management teams.
* Develop excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders and provide commercial interpretation expertise.
* Support incident response duties and training as required.
Essential Education, Skills & Behaviours
* A‑Level Qualifications, Level 3 Qualifications or Equivalent.
* Skilled communicator with strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
* Stakeholder management experience.
* Strong data and document management skills.
* Commercial acumen – the ability to understand and analyse business situations, take proportionate risks, make informed decisions and deliver the most advantageous solution.
* Administration skills – strong organisational 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.
Desired 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).
This role does NOT qualify for sponsorship. If you require visa or immigration support, please contact UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) or visit https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration for professional advice.
Benefits
Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Our flexible working supports a healthy work/life balance and offers numerous choices to accommodate the demands of personal commitments. Excellent training and learning opportunities are available, including personal and professional development.
The role can be fulfilled via hybrid working, with some travel required and occasional overnight stays.
A virtual open evening will be held on 23/10/25 at 18:00.
Contact Information
For further information, email: Kerrie.Pitson@environment-agency.gov.uk
Interviews w/c 17/11/25
Application Note
When completing your application please tell us why you think you would be suitable for the role & what skills & experience you would bring to the role.
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