Project Manager - 12100
2
South West
Blandford Forum , Bridgwater
Rivers House Blandford, Rivers House Bridgwater
Staff Grade 5
Permanent
Full Time
Operational Delivery
£34,879
Do you have a passion for working with others to deliver environmental outcomes? Do you want to be at the centre of delivering the government’s 25 Year Environment Plan, making Wessex a better place to live and work? We're looking for an enthusiastic, driven and adaptable person to join the Environment Programme Team.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future environment of Wessex through delivery of innovative environmental improvement projects. We are looking for two people to develop and manage a range of large scale catchment wide projects including river restoration, fish passage and land management. The projects contribute to the achievement of corporate objectives for Water Framework Directive (WFD), FCRM and biodiversity targets. You will work closely with Catchment Co-ordinators, FCRM and IEP to ensure the projects you develop are evidence-led and meet Catchment Partnership priorities. One of the posts will also be delivering the Brue Priority Catchment Project which is currently one of nine ‘pilot’ catchments that will be used to test and develop innovative solutions to abstraction issues.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future environment of Wessex through delivery of innovative environmental improvement projects. We are looking for two people to develop and manage a range of large scale catchment wide projects including river restoration, fish passage and land management. The projects contribute to the achievement of corporate objectives for Water Framework Directive (WFD), FCRM and biodiversity targets. You will work closely with Catchment Co-ordinators, FCRM and IEP to ensure the projects you develop are evidence-led and meet Catchment Partnership priorities. One of the posts will also be delivering the Brue Priority Catchment Project which is currently one of nine ‘pilot’ catchments that will be used to test and develop innovative solutions to abstraction issues.
As a member of the Wessex Environment Programme Team in the Environment, Planning and Engagement Department you'll join a dynamic group which includes Project Officers, Project Managers, Catchment Co-Ordinators and a Natural Flood Management Advisor covering the Bristol Avon, Somerset, Dorset and Hampshire Avon catchments. We are a small but friendly, enthusiastic and supportive team with a good reputation for working across functions and organisations to make a positive difference to people and the environment.
We're looking for candidates who are preferably degree qualified in an environmental discipline or hold equivalent experience. You'll need to demonstrate ability in the following areas:
• Project management experience preferably in environmental projects
• Having the drive, resilience, and passion for partnership working and delivery.
• You'll need to have recent partnership working experience and be comfortable with initiating, influencing and developing projects from concept to delivery.
• Good knowledge of at least two of the following will be an advantage: WFD; Biodiversity or Fisheries; and FCRM.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills and a proven ability to communicate and influence at all levels
• Practical approach to problem solving
You will need a valid driving licence as regular travel to partner offices and project sites will be required. Good knowledge of the local area, Water Framework Directive, River Basin Management Planning or external funding would also be desirable.
• Project management experience preferably in environmental projects
• Having the drive, resilience, and passion for partnership working and delivery.
• You'll need to have recent partnership working experience and be comfortable with initiating, influencing and developing projects from concept to delivery.
• Good knowledge of at least two of the following will be an advantage: WFD; Biodiversity or Fisheries; and FCRM.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills and a proven ability to communicate and influence at all levels
• Practical approach to problem solving
You will need a valid driving licence as regular travel to partner offices and project sites will be required. Good knowledge of the local area, Water Framework Directive, River Basin Management Planning or external funding would also be desirable.
The posts can be based in either our Blandford or Bridgwater office. The posts being advertised are permanent positions.
For further details please contact Tracy Sparrow, Environment Programme Manager on 07920 505483 or by e-mail tracy.sparrow@environment-agency.gov.uk.
You can download the candidate pack for more information.
For further details please contact Tracy Sparrow, Environment Programme Manager on 07920 505483 or by e-mail tracy.sparrow@environment-agency.gov.uk.
You can download the candidate pack for more information.
23/08/2019, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Programme and Project Management
Can you describe how you have managed plans, projects, programmes or events to achieve a set of Environment Agency objectives cost-effectively.
Focuses on Customers and Partners
Can you describe how you have addressed the needs of internal and external customers by providing rapid and effective responses.
Influences and Persuades Others
Describe how you would present a case in a convincing and attractive way that will win people over, encouraging them to follow plans willingly.
Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
Can you describe a time when you have had to find and deliver optimal solutions by analysing all the information, probing to develop alternatives and taking sound and timely decisions.
Achieves Results
Describe how you have set and delivered high work standards, demonstrating the drive to meet targets, and how you have prioritised and organised tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.
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.