Environmental Project Manager - 9338
1
Yorkshire and the Humber
Leeds
Lateral
Staff Grade 4
Fixed Term
Full Time
Environment & Sustainability
£27,138 pro rata
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join the NEAS North Team to provide a range of support services to our Flood & Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) teams across the North East, Yorkshire and Humber area to help develop new projects, ensure that environmental outcomes are maximised, assist in the development of partnerships, provide guidance to internal flood risk management teams and advisory services to assist Local Authorities and other Risk Management Authorities to appraise and deliver their own flood risk management schemes.
NEAS manages the environmental assessments and consents for the flood projects that the Environment Agency builds. You will be part of a team of environmental project managers and specialists who work closely with specialists from across the Agency, statutory bodies, consultants and contractors. Through close working with our Area clients you will ensure that projects and programmes have minimal environmental impact, uphold high standards in environmental design and contribute to national and regional environmental targets.
You will be a confident individual with a good working knowledge of flood risk management and environmental issues. You will have experience in the identification and management of environmental risk and a track record in delivering social and environmental outcomes. You will be able to demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively with Area staff at all levels and with a variety of external partners and stakeholders. Your influencing and negotiating skills will be well developed and key in ensuring that environmental matters are effectively understood. You’ll be a champion for the environment and a strong leader with regard to environmental risk management. You will have experience reviewing statutory environmental statements and coordinating environmental impact assessments. You’ll be qualified in a relevant environmental or engineering discipline, as well as professional membership of an appropriate professional body e.g. IEMA, CIWEM, CIEEM.
Closing Date: 2nd December 2018 at 23:55
This is a 1 year fixed term assignment post. The role will be based at our office in Leeds but will involve regular travel across the North East, Yorkshire and Humber and Greater Manchester as well as occasional travel across the UK and some overnight stays. A full UK driving licence would be preferable but not essential.
For further details please contact rob.baileyshaw@environment-agency.gov.uk. You can also download the candidate pack for more information.
This is a 1 year fixed term assignment post. The role will be based at our office in Leeds but will involve regular travel across the North East, Yorkshire and Humber and Greater Manchester as well as occasional travel across the UK and some overnight stays. A full UK driving licence would be preferable but not essential.
For further details please contact rob.baileyshaw@environment-agency.gov.uk. You can also download the candidate pack for more information.
02/12/2018, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
12 months
Achieves Results
Demonstrates ability to influence a project design to deliver social and environmental outcomes. Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets.
Communicates Effectively
Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
Environmental Awareness
Appreciates the impact that development activities have on a range of environmental receptors and identifies ways to protect and preserve the environment for the future Understands wider environmental issues and how they relate to our works and activities.
Programme and Project Management
Selects, plans and manages contractors, programmes or events to achieve a set of Environment Agency objectives cost effectively. Works within teams and confident in applying EIA processes with limited supervision, for standard projects.
Legislative Knowledge
Has a broad understanding of environmental legislation relevant to development projects, including UK EIA process, legislation and standards and the wider regulatory regime. Able to screen projects for EIA and advise on basic environmental compliance.
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.
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.