OverviewWe 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 to respond 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.

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, working closely with key stakeholders and directing the project team. You will be accountable for project performance throughout its lifecycle, ensuring achievement of 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.

TeamThe Innovation Delivery Group (IDG) specialises in delivering complex national projects and programmes that drive innovation, manage risk, and support 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.

Experience/Skills RequiredEssential:

Significant experience of leading complex projects or programmes, ideally within engineering, construction, asset management and/or flood and 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 and 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

Other InformationPlease note, this role does NOT qualify for sponsorship. You should contact UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) or visit https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration for guidance on right to work in the UK based on your circumstances.

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 but with an expectation of co-locating in Hub or delivery partner offices occasionally.

Application Process and CompetenciesInterviews anticipated to take place w/c: 3rd November (subject to change).

Competencies

Programme and Project Management – Selects, plans and manages contractors, programmes or events to achieve Environment Agency objectives cost-effectively. When providing evidence for competencies within your application, please give examples of how you clearly demonstrate these either within the context of this role or as transferable skills. CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection.

Leads People – Provides leadership that inspires and motivates others to achieve their goals and the goals of the Environment Agency. Give examples of how you have motivated and inspired a team to deliver a challenging project or outcome.

Focuses on Customers and Partners – Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses. Describe a situation balancing stakeholder needs to reach a successful outcome.

Delivers Results Through Others – Harnesses the team to deliver results on time, to required standards and in line with organisational processes. Provide an example of delivering significant results through others without direct control of day-to-day tasks.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns, including job share. We also guarantee an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

LocationsStretford, Manchester, Salford, Warrington, Greater Manchester, and surrounding areas. Base location is flexible with possible hub co-location requirements.

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