Project Manager 1 - 4651

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South East
Reading
Kings Meadow House
Staff Grade 6
Permanent
Full Time
Programme and Project Management
£43,344
Joining this crucial area of the business, you’ll be accountable for some of our most demanding Projects and Packages of Projects, from initial strategic planning through to implementation, construction and delivery. You will also motivate and coordinate team members and external suppliers to ensure excellent standards are upheld. Client liaison and stakeholder engagement will sit at the heart of your role, so you’ll be confident building excellent working relationships. Everything you do will bring you the daily reward of knowing that you are helping to save lives, protect homes and businesses and create a better place for people and wildlife.
This is a rewarding role as a senior team member/Project Executive.
Our valued National Capital Programme Management Service (NCPMS) is responsible for delivering the majority of our important projects, mainly but not exclusively in the area of flood defence; from multimillion pound programmes to ground-breaking, award winning projects. Joining our Reading team, will include around 30-40 colleagues within a supportive environment with a clear sense of purpose. Working as a team is very important to us and we recognise the value each team member contributes.
Alongside a degree in a relevant field, you’ll have solid experience in both contract and project management. You’ll hold or be willing to work towards PRINCE2 Practitioner status or equivalent, and you will be a member of the Institute of Chartered Engineers, Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management or Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, or be committed to achieving this. You’ll need to demonstrate your exceptional track record in delivering complex projects with high risk factors and show us your excellent leadership skills. You’ll be a first-class communicator, mentor and skilled negotiator, used to delivering desired outcomes on time and to budget, promoting continuous improvement.
Driving licence ideally required as some driving may be necessary. Lease car is available where there is a clear business need
Closing Date: 9th April 2017 23:55hrs

Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Our flexible working practices support a healthy work/life balance and offer numerous choices to help accommodate the demands that various personal commitments may present. Excellent training and learning opportunities are available for those wanting to progress or restart their career, including personal and professional development. This role is based within our team at Reading.

Salary £43,344 (potentially more for exceptional candidates, based on skills and experience).
Occasional travel (regionally or nationally) and overnight stays required.

For further information contact Heather Lascelles - heather.lascelles@environment-agency.gov.uk


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.

09/04/2017, 23:55 hours

Basic Check
Programme and Project Management
Selects, plans and manages contractors, programmes or events to achieve a set of Environment Agency objectives cost-effectively.
Communicates Effectively
Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality
Identifies and seizes the opportunity to create, introduce and implement new or improved methods and processes without compromising quality or accuracy.
Driving licence ideally required as some driving may be necessary.
member of the Institute of Chartered Engineers, Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management or Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, or be committed to achieving this
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.

This Vacancy is closed to applications.