Project Manager - 6094
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East Midlands, East of England, London, North East, North West, South East, South West, West Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber
Bath , Blandford Forum , Bodmin , Bridgwater , Bristol , Exeter , Hatfield , Leeds , London, Newcastle , Nottingham , Penrith , Peterborough , Preston , Sheffield , Sutton Coldfield , Tewkesbury , Warrington , Worthing , York
Lutra House, Trentside Offices, Sir John Moore House, Manley House, Richard Fairclough House, Apollo Court, Kingfisher House, Ergon House, Guildbourne House, Rivers House Blandford, Rivers House Bridgwater, Horizon House, Coverdale House, Lateral
Staff Grade 5
Fixed Term
Full Time, Part Time
Programme and Project Management
£33,990 (pro-rata)
The Environment Agency's National Flood and Coastal Risk Management Directorate works to protect England from the risks of flooding.
We need a professional Project Manager to help us deliver this year’s ambitious programme.
This assignment (fixed term contract for external applicants) presents an exciting opportunity to join the FCRM Portfolio team of project and programme professionals, and play a part in delivering business change nationally across the organisation.
We have a great culture and working environment, and there are rich rewards from the high-profile work we do to protect communities from the devastating effects of flooding and climate change.
We need a professional Project Manager to help us deliver this year’s ambitious programme.
This assignment (fixed term contract for external applicants) presents an exciting opportunity to join the FCRM Portfolio team of project and programme professionals, and play a part in delivering business change nationally across the organisation.
We have a great culture and working environment, and there are rich rewards from the high-profile work we do to protect communities from the devastating effects of flooding and climate change.
This is an attractive opportunity for ambitious individuals, in a team known for its strong focus on support and development.
The team is managing the delivery of a portfolio of change projects valued at over £25m this year. Our track record for delivery is exceptional, and we pride ourselves on building a one team approach between the directorate and Operations colleagues.
The team is managing the delivery of a portfolio of change projects valued at over £25m this year. Our track record for delivery is exceptional, and we pride ourselves on building a one team approach between the directorate and Operations colleagues.
As a Project Manager you will be part of our dedicated resource pool and assigned to low to medium risk / complexity projects.
You'll have experience of planning and delivering a range of projects within a formal project environment (e.g. Prince2, Agile).
You'll know how to competently manage risks, suppliers, finances, internal and external stakeholders, communications and ideally projects with an IT content.
You'll have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience of using Microsoft Project is essential.
You'll have experience of planning and delivering a range of projects within a formal project environment (e.g. Prince2, Agile).
You'll know how to competently manage risks, suppliers, finances, internal and external stakeholders, communications and ideally projects with an IT content.
You'll have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience of using Microsoft Project is essential.
Closing Date: 28th August 2017 at 23:55 hours
The team is Bristol based but we operate from across the country.
Please note that internal applicants will need their line manager’s permission to apply for this assignment.
Please note the potential for these assignments / Fixed Term Contracts to be extended beyond March 2018 or made permanent.
We intend to hold interviews in Horizon House, Bristol during week commencing September 4th 2017.
If you would like to discuss the role please contact Frank Lopez on 0791 930 5671 or Jeff Baldwin on 0799 079 3946.
The team is Bristol based but we operate from across the country.
Please note that internal applicants will need their line manager’s permission to apply for this assignment.
Please note the potential for these assignments / Fixed Term Contracts to be extended beyond March 2018 or made permanent.
We intend to hold interviews in Horizon House, Bristol during week commencing September 4th 2017.
If you would like to discuss the role please contact Frank Lopez on 0791 930 5671 or Jeff Baldwin on 0799 079 3946.
28/08/2017, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
30/03/2018
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.
Data and Information Management
Collects, analyses, interprets, records, manages, develops and shares data, material or information appropriately for a variety of purposes.
Focuses on Customers and Partners
Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses
Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
Finds and delivers optimal solutions by effectively analysing all the information, probing to develop alternatives and taking sound and timely decisions.
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.