Project Manager - 33752

Project Manager - 33752
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East of England
Ipswich , Norwich , Peterborough , Reading , Welwyn Garden City
DEFRA GRP DRAGONFLY HOUSE, NR3 1UB, DEFRA GRP EA ALCHEMY, AL7 1HE, DEFRA GRP EA ICENI HOUSE, IP3 9JD, DEFRA GRP EA KINGS MEADOW HOUSE, RG1 8DQ, DEFRA GRP QUAY HOUSE, PE2 8YY
Staff Grade 5
Permanent
Programme and Project Management
Full Time
£43,198

24/05/2026, 23:55 hours

AM05 Assets Management, Grade 5

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We value a diverse team and welcome applications from all sections of the community wishing to join a team which embraces difference and welcomes everyone.

We are looking for Project Managers to lead and deliver exciting, innovative projects including flood risk management studies and schemes that reduce the risk of flooding to communities and enhance the environment.

This role sits in Project and Programme Delivery (PPD) and is a prominent position within our integrated project teams, taking responsibility for the management of projects as the Client project manager, or working alongside senior colleagues. The role holder will manage the project delivery process from initial strategic planning, through to feasibility, detailed design and then into implementation, construction and handover. You will support project team members, flexing your involvement to suit the strength of the team.

You will build a great working environment to create high performing teams including our suppliers, client representatives, technical specialists and other partners. Applying your capable commercial acumen in project, contract and risk management, you will establish effective relationships, facilitating collaborative and efficient ways of working. You will make project decisions informed by technical leads whilst following governance procedures, project assurance and legislation.

The ability to develop a resilient network of relationships with stakeholders such as statutory authorities, landowners and local communities to negotiate agreements, consents, approvals and external funding is crucial.

Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You will be required to have an incident role and make yourself available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support during an incident. This may attract an additional payment and full training and alternative working arrangements will be available to support you with your incident role.

We are Project and Programme Delivery (PPD), creating a better place through excellence in project and programme management.

Our teams provide the Environment Agency with a professional project and programme management service. Our well qualified staff manage projects throughout their lifecycle to deliver flood risk management, environmental improvements, and shared ownership with local communities.

Although dispersed through offices across the region we create collaborative spaces to share learning and develop our people.
You will have a relevant degree such as civil engineering, environmental science or geography and robust experience of both contract and project management. Ideally, but not exclusively, you will have experience working on civil engineering projects and be a natural innovator, expert negotiator and promotor of good practice. You’ll bring an inspirational momentum that ensures everything is done on time to quality and budget.

Having at least four years project management experience, as a minimum, you should have a project management qualification such as in PRINCE2 or APM. If not already a member of a professional body such as ICE, CIWEM or APM, we will support you in achieving this. In addition, the more experience you have of financial and commercial controls, NEC contract suites, CDM regulations and risk management, the better.
Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Our flexible working supports a healthy work/life balance and offers numerous choices to accommodate the demands that personal commitments may present. Excellent training and learning opportunities are available, including personal and professional development

Base location can be flexible within the East Hub (Reading, Welwyn, Peterborough, Norwich, Ipswich) but with an expectation of co-locating in Hub or delivery partner offices occasionally.

For further information please contact: alison.hands@environment-agency.gov.uk

Interviews are anticipated to take place w/c: 22/06/2026
Manages Self
Description - Has full awareness of own strengths, weaknesses, impact and approach. Effectively organises self and takes personal responsibility for own role in the Environment Agency.

Question: Describe a time where your skills didn't fully meet what was required for a task you were responsible for. How did you manage this gap and what was the outcome?

PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.
Programme and Project Management
Description - Selects, plans and manages contractors, programmes or events to achieve a set of Environment Agency objectives cost-effectively.

Question: Tell us about a project or a programme of work that you have been involved with. Describe your role and tell us what tools, systems and processes you have used to keep track of progress and performance. Where possible, include experience of engaging external resource for your projects.


PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.
Delivers Results Through Others
Description - Harnesses the team to deliver results on time, to required standards and in line with organisational processes and procedures.

Question: Tell us about a time when you have demonstrated leadership to deliver a task through others. What action did you take to make sure it stayed on track, and what was the outcome?

PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.
Focuses on Customers and Partners
Description - Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses

Question: Describe a situation where you have needed to balance the needs of a variety of stakeholders with differing drivers to reach a successful outcome on one of your projects, how did you manage relationships throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.
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If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.

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, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.

We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

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 this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Although the Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body sponsored by Defra, we subscribe to and align with the candidate guidance on the use of artificial intelligence found on the  Civil Service Careers website. Please review for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

This Vacancy is closed to applications.