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.
The Commercial Assurance and Framework Management Team provides country‑wide support to our Integrated Delivery Management teams and a 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 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.
Responsibilities
* Support the Commercial Assurance and Framework Management Team in delivering commercial governance of contracts.
* Help manage pathfinder programmes and embed best practice across projects.
* Develop relationships internally and externally to become an expert on contractual and commercial interpretations.
* Take part in incident response duties as required.
Qualifications
* Level 3 qualifications or equivalent (e.g., A‑Level).
* Skilled communicator with strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
* Stakeholder management experience.
* Strong data and document management skills.
* Commercial acumen – ability to analyse business situations, take proportionate risks and deliver value for money.
* Administrative skills – strong organisation, minute taking and report drafting.
* Willingness to undertake professional qualifications such as NEC training, CIPS, etc.
* Interest in infrastructure, construction or environmental programmes.
Desired 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).
Contact and Additional Information
We’re not able to sponsor non‑EEA nationals for this role. If you are a UK national or in the UK with the right to work, please apply.
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 role can be fulfilled via hybrid working; some travel and occasional overnight stays may be required.
For further information, email: Kerrie.Pitson@environment-agency.gov.uk
Interview Details
Virtual open evening will be held on 23/10/25 at 18:00. Interviews are scheduled for 17/11/25.
Regulatory and Equality Statement
We welcome applications from all community sectors, under the Equality Act 2010, and we are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
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