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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, work closely with key stakeholders, and direct the project team. You will be accountable for project performance throughout its lifecycle, ensuring achievement of high-quality outcomes. The IDG specialises in delivering complex national projects and programmes that drive innovation, manage risk, and support the Environment Agency’s annual action plan.Base location can be any hub nationally but with an expectation of co-locating in Hub or delivery partner offices occasionally. This role may include training and participation in incident response duties as part of working for the Environment Agency.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.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.Please note, this role does NOT qualify for sponsorship. For information on right to work in the UK, please consult UKVI or the gov.uk guidance.The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for recruitment. If you wish to become a supplier on these frameworks, please visit the Crown Commercial Service information linked in the original posting.We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns for all vacancies, including job share. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment.Interviews are anticipated to take place w/c 3rd November (subject to change).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 project team members, adjusting involvement to suit team strength.Experience/Skills Required
Essential:
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 experience applying project management 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 of building effective stakeholder engagement plans.Strong report writing 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.Competencies and Assessment
Programme and Project Management: Selects, plans and manages contractors, programmes or events to achieve Environment Agency objectives cost-effectively. Provide evidence with examples during application preparation.Leads People: Provides leadership that inspires and motivates others to achieve goals.Focuses on Customers and Partners: Addresses needs of internal and external customers with rapid and effective responses.Delivers Results Through Others: Harnesses the team to deliver on time and to standards, following organisational processes.Contact and Additional Information
If you have questions about the role, please contact the Environment Agency via the official application channel. For information on sponsorship and right-to-work, please refer to the guidance above.For more information about the role or Environment Agency, please review the candidate pack and related official materials.Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Project Management and Information TechnologyNote: This description reflects the responsibilities and requirements as provided and has been reformatted for clarity and compliance with the allowed HTML ..... full job details .....
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