Senior Project Manager - 32236

Senior Project Manager - 32236
2
South West
Bodmin , Bridgwater , Bristol , Exeter
DEFRA GRP EA HORIZON HOUSE, BS1 5AH, DEFRA GRP EA MANLEY HOUSE, EX2 7LQ, DEFRA GRP EA RIVERS HOUSE BRIDGWATER, TA6 4YS, DEFRA GRP EA SIR JOHN MOORE HOUSE, PL31 1EB
Staff Grade 6
Permanent
Programme and Project Management
Full Time, Part Time, Part Time/Job Share, Part Time Term Time, Compressed Hours
£54,940

16/11/2025, 23:55 hours

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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.
We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver exciting, innovative projects that reduce the risk of flooding to communities and enhance the environment across the southwest.
This role sits in Project and Programme Delivery (PPD) and is a senior position within our integrated project team. You will take responsibility for the delivery of projects in your portfolio from initial strategic planning, through to feasibility, detailed design, construction and handover. You will mentor and coach project team members, flexing your involvement to suit the strength of the team. You will be responsible for financial management and delivering results on time.
You will build a great working environment with high performing teams including our suppliers, client representatives, technical specialists and other partners. Applying your strong commercial acumen in project, contract and risk management, you will establish effective relationships, facilitating collaborative and efficient ways of working. You will make key 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.

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.
We are Project and Programme Delivery (PPD), part of the Environment Agency’s Flood and Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) directorate. The team is comprised of over 80 project delivery professionals working across the southwest.

Our team provides the Environment Agency with effective project and programme management capability, managing projects throughout their lifecycle, delivering flood risk management, environmental improvements and shared ownership with local communities.
A degree in an engineering, environmental or geography related discipline, ideally with chartered membership of a professional body (MICE, CIWEM, IMechE, MAPM or MRICS)
Training and experience in project management, ideally with PRINCE2 Practitioner or APM Project Management qualification.
Training and experience in contract management, ideally NEC4
Health & safety training and experience, including CDM regulations.
Significant experience (>8 years) in project and contract management ideally within engineering, construction or flood & coastal risk management.
Project management experience including preparing scopes and contracts, cost monitoring/forecasting, risk management, business case development, measuring performance and administering contracts.
Technical knowledge in areas like coastal engineering, feasibility assessment, flood risk assessment, solution development and costing of options, asset management, environmental assessment, CDM, engineering design and construction.
A track record for delivering results through coordination of a technical team.
The ability to mentor and support team members.
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
Please note, this role does NOT qualify for sponsorship, so you should contact UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) if you need advice on right to work in the UK.

Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Our flexible working supports a healthy work/life balance. Excellent training opportunities are available, including personal and professional development.

When applying, describe in the application form how you meet the experience / skills required as this is a requirement for shortlisting and evidence will be requested prior to interview. Travel to other offices, project sites and overnight stays will be required and there is an expectation of co-locating at least two days week

For further information contact:Richard.Hull@environment-agency.gov.uk
Interview Date w/c:15/12/2025
Programme and Project Management
Selects, 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:

Describe an infrastructure project or a programme of work that you have delivered, including scale and detail of your responsibilities. Describe how you managed the delivery team including technical specialists, senior users and contractors as well as managing costs, programme and the quality of deliverables."

"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.

If a large number of applications are received, an initial sift using this lead capability may be conducted. Successful candidates will then proceed to a full sift or directly to assessment/interview."
Leads People
Provides leadership that inspires and motivates others to achieve their personal goals and the goals of the Environment Agency

"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 provide an example of when you have motivated and inspired a team of people to deliver a challenging infrastructure project. What techniques did you use, how did you flex your leadership style and what were the results?"

"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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Focuses on Customers and Partners
Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses
"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:

Describe a situation where you have had to balance the needs of a variety of stakeholders with differing drivers to reach a successful 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.
Delivers Results Through Others
Harnesses the team to deliver results on time, to required standards and in line with organisational processes and procedures.

"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 give us an example of where you delivered significant results through others on an infrastructure project through contract management, delegating tasks and driving a team to achieve success."

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.
Full UK driving licence
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.