Programme Manager for Future Frameworks - 31000

Location: Cramlington, England, United Kingdom

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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.

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.

We are looking for a Programme Manager to be a key member of the Future Frameworks Team. You will be at the forefront of leading an ongoing programme of projects to procure and mobilise operational delivery frameworks.

You will provide leadership to the frameworks renewals programme:

Establishing Project teams and governance to deliver framework renewals projects
Providing leadership, strategic direction and advice to project teams
Building strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders (including Crown Commercial Services and the Cabinet Office) to ensure successful delivery of the programme.
Ensuring that the needs of our stakeholders are met through the design of our frameworks
Ensuring consistency, where appropriate, across frameworks being developed
Ensuring that lessons learnt are captured and embedded and across the programme
Leading on developing and maintaining the programme’s Communication and Engagement plan
Ensuring project teams manage their records according to EA standards

The role is in a dispersed, National team with staff having a contractual base at the nearest EA office to their home. A list of EA office locations is available here: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/environment-agency/about/access-and-opening You would be able to work from home for some of the week. The role also involves some travel to meetings which are typically in Birmingham, Leeds or London.

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 team

We are the Commercial and Framework Management team, part of the Flood & Coast Risk Management Directorate. We provide Commercial and Framework Management services; Operational Commercial Services, Should Cost and Benchmarking Intelligence, Operational Framework Management, Future Framework Provision, and a Centre of Excellence.

This role sits in the Future Frameworks team. We work with DgC to develop and procure operational frameworks needed to enable the delivery of our asset management activities through our supply chain.

Experience/skills Required

A degree (or equivalent) in an engineering, environmental or geography related discipline.
Chartered membership of a professional body such as ICE, CIWEM or APMP is preferred
Significant programme / project management experience ideally in engineering, construction, and/or asset management
A track record for delivering results on large, complex, technically challenging projects or programmes through leadership of a multi-disciplinary team.
Contract management experience using NEC contracts (PSC and ECC) within a framework agreement is essential. Experience in the use of FAC-1 contracts is desirable
Formal training in programme, project and contract management is desirable.
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills are essential as relationship management of both internal and external stakeholders is a crucial aspect of the role.
Ability to lead and develop project teams, including colleagues from other department, bringing strategic thinking which improves processes and team behaviours.

Contact and additional information

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 that personal commitments may present. Excellent training and learning opportunities are available, including personal and professional development

This role must be undertaken from within the UK and does NOT qualify for sponsorship. Visit https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration, to seek professional advice regarding options for obtaining the right to work in the UK.

For further information please contact:

Andrew Merrick (andrew.merrick@environment-agency.gov.uk / 07887632240 ) up to 29 May and Ben Gardner (bethany.gardner@environment-agency.gov.uk / 07920210616 ) after that date

Interviews are anticipated to take place w/c: 7 July 2025

Competence 1

Programme and Project Management

Description

Description: Selects, plans and manages contractors, programmes or events to achieve a set of Environment Agency objectives cost-effectively.

Question: Tell us about a complex project or programme of work that you have managed using NEC contracts. What were the challenges faced and how you lead the team to overcome them to ensure successful delivery?

PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.

If a large number of applications are received, an initial sift using this lead capability may be conducted. Successful candidates will then proceed to a full sift or directly to assessment/interview.

Competence 2

Delivers Results Through Others

Description

Description: Harnesses the team to deliver results on time, to required standards and in line with organisational processes and procedures.

Question: Tell us about a piece of work, project or programme that you have delivered that has required resources from a different part of your organisation. How did you go about securing those resources and managing their inputs to ensure that you delivered your work to the required deadlines and quality

PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.

Competence 3

Customer and Partner Relations

Description

Description: Consults and collaborates with Customers and Partners effectively through awareness raising, education and combined projects, ensuring buy-in to initiatives and the beneficial promotion of the Environment Agency’s duties and policies.

Question: Tell us about a piece of work you have delivered where you have needed to obtain the buy in from internal and/or external customers and/or our partners. How did you approach obtaining this buy in and ensuring that what you delivered met their expectations

PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.

Competence 4

Manages Self

Description

Description: Has full awareness of own strengths, weaknesses, impact and approach. Effectively organises self and takes personal responsibility for own role in the Environment Agency.

Question: The Framework Renewal Programme is delivered at pace in a changing environment with competing demands. How will you manage your own performance and look after yourself when working in this environment?

PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.

If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.

We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.

We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit 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 for more information.

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