Overview

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. 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.Team and Department Context

The 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 group comprises 50 project delivery professionals and subject matter experts.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 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.Contact and Additional Information

Please 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 advice on options for 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 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.For further information please contact: liz.depenning@environment-agency.gov.ukInterviews anticipated to take place w/c: 3rd November (subject to change).Competencies

Programme and Project ManagementSelects, plans and manages contractors, programmes or events to achieve a set of 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.Question: Please tell us about a complex project that you have led, describing how you managed the project delivery team including technical specialists, senior users and contractors as well as managing costs, programme and the quality of deliverables.Note: Your answer will be used for interview selection. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result).If a large number of applications are received, an initial sift may be conducted.Leads People

Provides leadership that inspires and motivates others to achieve their personal goals and the goals of the Environment Agency.Question: Please provide an example of when you have motivated and inspired a team to deliver a challenging project or outcome. What techniques did you use and what were the results?Note: Your answer will be used for interview selection. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result).Focuses on Customers and Partners

Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses.Question: Describe a situation where you have had to balance the needs of a variety of stakeholders with differing drivers to reach a successful outcome.Note: Your answer will be used for interview selection. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result).Delivers Results Through Others

Harnesses the team to deliver results on time, to required standards and in line with organisational processes and procedures.Question: Please give us an example of where you had to deliver significant results through others on a project where you have not had direct control of the day-to-day tasks of those doing the work.Note: Your answer will be used for interview selection. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result).Compliance and Diversity

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. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment.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 information about becoming a supplier through the Crown Commercial Service, please visit the Crown Commercial Service information page.Important notice about AI

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful and taken directly from your experience. Plagiarism may be grounds for withdrawal or disciplinary action. The Environment Agency aligns with Civil Service guidance on the use of AI.Note: This refined description preserves the core job information while removing extraneous listings and formatting issues.

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