Project Manager PM3 - 29479

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Project Manager PM3 - 29479

Project Manager PM3 - 29479

Number of jobs available

2

Region

South West

City/Town

Blandford Forum , Bodmin , Bridgwater , Bristol , Exeter

Grade

Staff Grade 4

Post Type

Permanent

Role Type

Programme and Project Management

Working Pattern

Full Time

Salary Minimum

£31,429

Closing Date:

22/09/2024, 23:55 hours

Job description attachment 1

Job description attachment 2

Candidate pack

Security checks level

Basic Check

Job description

We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community wishing to join a workforce which embraces difference, welcoming everyone.

Are you interested in the delivery of exciting flood risk and habitat creation projects in Southwest England?

In this Assistant Project Manager role, within our integrated project teams, you will either assist Project Managers on the delivery of medium-high risk projects, or manage your own lower risk projects.

The role holder will be involved in the entire project delivery process from strategic planning, through to feasibility, detailed design and then into construction and handover.

You will be a key part of a collaborative group that includes our supply partners, client representatives, and other technical specialists.

You will develop skills in project, commercial, contract and risk management. You will be involved in various activities such as data management, researching flood risk areas, setting up new projects, using systems and processes to help manage projects, attend site visits and public exhibition meetings.

You will learn how to apply EA legislation, policy, and guidance to deliver benefits for communities and the environment.

This role is ideal for anyone who has some experience in the project delivery environment but wishes to develop project management skills.

We have two specific vacancies: one supporting the Bridgwater Tidal Barrier programme (more info in the candidate pack - be aware this requires minimum 3 days in Bridgwater office) and the other supporting schemes across the Southwest hub.

Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You will be required to have an incident role and make yourself available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support during an incident. This may attract an additional payment and full training, and alternative working arrangements will be available to support you with your incident role.

The team

We are Programme and Contract Management (PCM), creating a better place through excellence in project and programme management. Our teams provide the Environment Agency with an effective project and programme management service. Our well-qualified staff manage projects throughout their lifecycle to deliver flood risk management, environmental improvements, and shared ownership with local communities. Although dispersed through offices across the region we create collaborative spaces to share learning and develop our people.

Experience/skills required

This role is ideal for anyone who has experience in the project delivery environment but wishes to develop project management skills. We are also keen to explore the transferrable skills you may have that would benefit the project management role. As such we will be looking for the following:
Essential:
• Analytical skills, including finance and data handling, and report writing experience.
• Experience of working in a formal project environment.
• Excellent communication skills in a customer or stakeholder facing capacity, with experience of conflict resolution.
• Working to deadlines and task prioritisation.
• Driving / vehicle licence required or means of accessing remote project sites.
Desirable:
• Qualification (eg degree) in engineering, environmental or geography related discipline.
• Involvement in engineering, environmental or construction project management.
• Experience managing contracts.
• Project management qualification (eg PRINCE2 or APM)
• Membership of professional body (eg CIWEM, ICE)

Contact and additional information

Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. We support a healthy work/life balance offer numerous choices to accommodate this, including flexible working and employee assistance programme. Excellent training and learning opportunities provided. Please see the candidate pack for more information.

One vacancy will be based from the Bridgwater office whereas the other can be fulfilled from either Exeter, Bristol, Bridgwater, Blandford or Bodmin office. The role will require regular travel to project sites and project team meetings in other Agency and Supply Partner offices. Occasional overnight stays may be necessary.

Candidate assessment will be based on answers to capability questions, asked on initial written application and, if successful, interview stage.

For further information please contact jason.dempsey@environment-agency.gov.uk
Interviews scheduled wk/c 14th October

Competence 1

Programme and Project Management

Description

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:

Describe an example of when you have delivered or assisted in the delivery of a successful project or programme and please indicate your role in the management of its time, cost and quality.
• What was the project and situation?
• What was your specific role, and the challenges presented within it?
• What went wrong? How did you overcome any pitfalls?
• What was the overall outcome?
• How did you gauge success?

Competence 2

Communicates Effectively

Description

Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.

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:

Describe a time or situation when you have had to explain information to other people not familiar with the topic you needed to discuss.
• What was your approach?
• How did you decide which were the key messages that needed to be communicated?
• Did you have to change your style or method of communication, if so how?
• What difficulties did you face if any and how did you overcome these?
• What was the situation?
• What was the outcome?

Competence 3

Achieves Results

Description

Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.

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 me about a time when you had to take responsibility for delivery of a key business objective or project deliverable.
• What did you have to take personal responsibility for?
• Why was this so important?
• How did you ensure the objective was achieved?

Role specific license requirements

Driving Licence

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 for more information.