Overview
The Innovation Delivery Group (IDG) is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our dynamic team. The IDG specializes 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 projects and programmes within the portfolio are multi-disciplinary including water, environment, estates, asset risk and carbon reduction. The group comprises 50 project delivery professionals and subject matter experts.
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. 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. Further information on incident response can be found within your candidate pack.
Responsibilities
* Provide leadership for projects within the IDG portfolio, working closely with key stakeholders and directing the project team.
* Accountable for project performance throughout its lifecycle, ensuring achievement of high-quality outcomes.
* 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 context
The Innovation Delivery Group (IDG) delivers complex national projects and programmes, driving innovation, managing risk, and supporting the Environment Agency’s annual action plan. It is part of Projects and Programme Delivery (PPD) within the Flood and Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) directorate. The portfolio spans multiple disciplines including water, environment, estates, asset risk, and carbon reduction, and comprises around 50 project delivery professionals and subject matter experts.
Experience / skills
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 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 building effective stakeholder engagement plans.
* Strong report writing 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 contact UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) or visit https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration for advice on options for obtaining the 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.
Location
Base location can be any hub nationally but with an expectation of co-locating in Hub or delivery partner offices occasionally.
Application process notes
Interviews anticipated to take place w/c: 3rd November (subject to change). CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection. You may be asked to answer competency questions during the process. If applying from Civil Service, note Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service and would not be Crown Servant. Flexible working patterns including job share are welcome; please include any preferred working arrangements on your application. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment.
Artificial intelligence policy
Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application; however, all examples and statements must be truthful and taken directly from your own experience. Plagiarism may lead to withdrawal of your application. We align with Civil Service guidance on the use of AI.
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