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. This role supports Environment Agency objectives and involves incident response duties when required.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.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.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 APMPTraining and experience of working with NEC contractsExperience of preparing Scope of Services for appraisal and construction contract awards.Project management qualifications: Prince2 Practitioner or APM PMQContact and Additional Information

Please note, this role does NOT qualify for sponsorship. Seek guidance from UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) based on personal circumstances regarding right to work in the UK.Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Flexible working supports a healthy work/life balance and opportunities for personal and professional development.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.ukInterviews 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.Leads People – Provides leadership that inspires and motivates others to achieve goals.Focuses on Customers and Partners – Addresses the needs of internal and external customers with rapid and effective responses.Delivers Results Through Others – Harnesses the team to deliver results on time, to required standards and in line with processes.Seniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

Project Management and Information TechnologyWe are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns, including job sharing. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment.

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