Senior Project Manager

This role, within the Innovation Delivery Group (IDG), provides leadership for projects within the IDG portfolio. You will work closely with key stakeholders and direct the project team to achieve high-quality outcomes across the project lifecycle. Training and participation in incident response duties are a required part of working for the Environment Agency where the need arises.ResponsibilitiesProject leadership, including oversight and task management of the project team which may include project managers, project support officers, technical specialists, design consultants and contractors. You will mentor and coach project team members, flexing your involvement to suit the strength of the team.Experience / Skills RequiredEssential:Significant experience of leading complex projects or programmes, ideally within engineering, construction, asset management and/or flood and coastal risk management.Formal training in project management with significant experience applying project management tools, techniques and processes throughout a project lifecycle.Strong commercial acumen with significant experience of contract management and procurement.Extensive experience of project financial management and forecasting.Experience of managing and influencing senior stakeholders, and of building effective stakeholder engagement plans.Strong report writing with experience of producing effective business cases.Technical knowledge and leadership in risk management and health and safety compliance.Desirable:Chartered membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., ICE, CIWEM or APMP).Training and experience of working with NEC contracts.Experience of preparing Scope of Services for appraisal and construction contract awards.Project management qualifications: Prince2 Practitioner or APM PMQ.Contact and additional informationPlease note, this role does NOT qualify for sponsorship. For visa and immigration options regarding right to work in the UK, consult UKVI or gov.uk.Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Flexible working supports work/life balance with opportunities for personal and professional development.Base location can be any hub nationally, with occasional co-location in Hub or delivery partner offices.Interviews anticipated to take place w/c 3rd November (subject to change).CompetenciesProgramme and Project ManagementSelects, plans and manages contractors, programmes or events to achieve Environment Agency objectives cost-effectively.Leads PeopleProvides leadership that inspires and motivates others to achieve goals.Focuses on Customers and PartnersAddresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses.Delivers Results Through OthersHarnesses the team to deliver results on time, to required standards and in line with processes.We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome flexible working patterns and offer a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria. For more information on employment status and eligibility, please contact your HR team.

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