Senior Project Manager - 31854

Overview

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.Mentor and coach project team members, flexing involvement to suit the strength of the team.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 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 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.Reference / Additional Information

Please note, this role does NOT qualify for sponsorship. You should contact UKVI or visit gov.uk for options on obtaining 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 training opportunities including personal and professional development. Base location can be any hub nationally with occasional co-location in Hub or delivery partner offices.Interviews 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 EA objectives cost-effectively. Provide examples in your application of how you demonstrate these skills.Leads People

– Provides leadership that inspires and motivates others to achieve goals. Provide examples and consider STAR format.Focuses on Customers and Partners

– Addresses needs of internal and external customers with rapid responses. Provide examples and consider STAR format.Delivers Results Through Others

– Harnesses the team to deliver results on time and to standards. Provide examples and consider STAR format.We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome flexible working patterns, including job share. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability.The Environment Agency is a Non-Departmental Public Body and uses Central Government frameworks for recruitment. If you wish to become a supplier under Crown Commercial Service, please visit gov.uk for information.Location and Contact

Base location can be any hub nationally; occasional travel to partner offices may be required. For further information please contact: ..... full job details .....