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. All staff are required to undertake training and participate in incident response duties when needed, as part of working for the Environment Agency and to support communities and protect the environment. Further information on incident response is provided in the candidate pack.
The Innovation Delivery Group (IDG) is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will provide leadership for projects within the IDG portfolio, work closely with key stakeholders, and direct the project team. You will be accountable for project performance throughout its lifecycle, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
Responsibilities
* Project leadership, including oversight and task management of the project team which may include project managers, project support officers, technical specialists, design consultants and contractors. You will mentor and coach project team members, flexing your involvement to suit the strength of the team.
Team and context
The Innovation Delivery Group (IDG) specialises in delivering complex national projects and programmes that drive innovation, manage risk, and support the Environment Agency’s annual action plan. The group is part of Projects and Programme Delivery (PPD) within the Flood and Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) directorate. The portfolio includes multi-disciplinary projects across water, environment, estates, asset risk and carbon reduction. The group comprises 50 project delivery professionals and subject matter experts.
Experience / skills required
Essential:
* Significant experience of leading complex projects or programmes, ideally within engineering, construction, asset management and/or flood & coastal risk management.
* Formal training in project management with significant experience of applying project management tools, techniques and processes throughout a project lifecycle.
* Strong commercial acumen with significant experience of contract management and procurement.
* Extensive experience of project financial management and forecasting.
* Experience of managing and influencing senior stakeholders, and of building effective stakeholder engagement plans.
* Strong report writer with experience of producing effective business cases.
* Technical knowledge and leadership in risk management and health & safety compliance.
Desirable:
* Chartered membership of a relevant professional body e.g. ICE, CIWEM or APMP
* Training and experience of working with NEC contracts
* Experience of preparing Scope of Services for appraisal and construction contract awards.
* Project management qualifications: Prince2 Practitioner or APM PMQ
Contact and additional information
Please note, this role does NOT qualify for sponsorship. You should consult UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) or visit https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration to seek professional advice based on your circumstances regarding options for obtaining right to work in the UK.
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.
Base location can be any hub nationally with occasional co-location in Hub or delivery partner offices.
For further information please contact: liz.depenning@environment-agency.gov.uk
Interviews anticipated to take place w/c 3rd November (subject to change).
The Environment Agency is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and to flexible working patterns, including job share. We also offer a Guaranteed Interview Policy for applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency is a Non-Departmental Public Body and uses Central Government frameworks for external recruitment. If you wish to become a support supplier on these frameworks, visit the Crown Commercial Service information page: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know.
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Competencies
Programme and Project Management
Selects, plans and manages contractors, programmes or events to achieve Environment Agency objectives cost-effectively.
Leads People
Provides leadership that inspires and motivates others to achieve personal goals and the Agency’s goals.
Focuses on Customers and Partners
Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, providing rapid and effective responses.
Delivers Results Through Others
Harnesses the team to deliver results on time, to required standards and in line with organisational processes and procedures.
Note: If you are applying from the Civil Service, the Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of appointment. Information about continuous service and eligibility can be checked with your HR team.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns. We encourage clear statements about preferred working arrangements in your application. We also guarantee an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria.
All external recruitment is conducted under Government frameworks. For more information on becoming a supplier through the Crown Commercial Service, visit the link above.
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