Overview

The Innovation Delivery Group (IDG) is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our dynamic team. 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.

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 members joining us are required to undertake training and participate in incident response duties when needed to support communities and protect the environment.

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. Mentor and coach team members as appropriate to the strengths of the team.

Experience and 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 tools, techniques and processes throughout a project lifecycle.
  • Strong commercial acumen with 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.

Additional information

• Please note this role does NOT qualify for sponsorship. Check UKVI guidance for options to obtain right to work in the UK.
• Benefits include generous pension and leave entitlement. Flexible working supports work/life balance and development opportunities.
• 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).

Competencies

• Programme and Project Management
• Leads People
• Focuses on Customers and Partners
• Delivers Results Through Others

Job function

• Project Management and Information Technology

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and support flexible working arrangements, including job share.