Senior Project Manager - 32357

Senior Project Manager - 32357
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National
All
Staff Grade 6
Permanent
Commercial, Procurement and Contracts Management, Programme and Project Management
Full Time
£54,940

14/12/2025, 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 projects to procure our operational delivery frameworks.
You will work collaboratively with Defra Group Commercial (DgC) colleagues who will lead on the procurement elements of the projects.
As an outstanding communicator, collaborator and influencer you will build excellent productive relationships across the business, shaping thinking from initial strategic planning of these complex projects through to ensuring that the frameworks are mobilised effectively.
The role will involve key project management activities including planning, cost monitoring and forecasting, risk and issue management, highlight Reporting, communication and engagement and records management.
You will also lead on the development of framework products including framework Deed and Schedules, contract templates, tender documents, guidance documents and training materials.
You will work to ensure consistency, where appropriate, across frameworks manged by you and others, and ensure that lessons learnt are captured and embedded across the programme.
The role is in a dispersed, National team with staff having a contractual base at the nearest EA office to their home. A list of EA office locations is available here: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/environment-agency/about/access-and-opening You would be able to work from home for some of the week. The role also involves some travel to meetings which are typically in Birmingham, Leeds or London.

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 the Commercial and Framework Management team, part of the Flood & Coast Risk Management Directorate. We provide Commercial and Framework Management services, Operational Commercial Services, Should-Cost and Benchmarking Intelligence, Operational Framework Management, Future Framework Provision, and a Centre of Excellence.
This role sits in the Future Frameworks team. We work with DgC to develop and procure operational frameworks needed to enable the delivery of our asset management activities through our supply chain.
Essential Skills:
• Significant experience in project delivery and contract management ideally in engineering, construction and/or asset management.
• A track record for delivering results on large,complex,technically challenging projects or programmes through leadership of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to lead and develop project teams,including colleagues from other departments, bringing strategic thinking which improves processes and team behaviours.
• Commercial and Contract management experience
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills as relationship management of both internal and external stakeholders is an important aspect of this role.
• Ability to collate and present information to support effective decision making
• Ability to manage uncertainty and ambiguity
• A degree (or equivalent qualification)

Desirable Skills:
• Chartered membership of a professional body such as ICE, CIWEM or APM.
• Formal training in project and/or contract management
• Using NEC contracts (PSC and ECC) within a framework agreement
• Managing commercial framework procurement
Please note, this role does NOT qualify for sponsorship, so you should contact UK Visa and Immigration(UKVI) or visit https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration, where you can seek professional advice based on your personal circumstances in regard to options for obtaining right to work in the UK.

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

We are holding a virtual open evening on Monday 8th December, if you are interested - please register here: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/9c91be59-ac4b-4fcf-ad0d-dfaa737ae9f2@770a2450-0227-4c62-90c7-4e38537f1102

for more information about the role please contact Sam.Creed@environment-agency.gov.uk

Interviews are currently planned to take place w/c 12th January 2026.

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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: Tell us about a complex project or programme of work that you have managed using contracts. What were the challenges faced and how you lead the team to overcome them to ensure successful delivery?

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 give an example of when you have led your team to accomplish significant achievements in difficult circumstances.

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
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: Tell us about a piece of work you have delivered where you have needed to obtain the buy in from internal and/or external customers and/or our partners. How did you approach obtaining this buy in and ensuring that what you delivered met their expectations

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.
Manages Self
Has full awareness of own strengths, weaknesses, impact and approach. Effectively organises self and takes personal responsibility for own role in 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: The Framework Renewal Programme is delivered at pace in a changing environment with competing demands. How will you manage your own performance and look after yourself when working in this environment?

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 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.