Assistant Project Manager

Job title:

Assistant Project Manager

Company

Environment Agency

Job description

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.Ready to make a difference? We are looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join our team delivering a transformative flood defence scheme that will protect Bridgwater and wider Sommerset.You will join the Bridgewater Tidal Barrier project delivery team and will either assist other Project Managers in the delivery of medium-high complexity workstreams or manage your own lower complexity workstream. You will join this project as it moves into construction phase however there would be future opportunities in this role to be involved in the entire project delivery process within the Environment Agency 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 could also 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 environment 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.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 teamWe are Programme and Contracts 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 requiredEssential:

• 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).

We are keen to explore transferrable skills so if you are unsure whether this role is for you, please contact the hiring manager.Contact and additional informationWe support a healthy work/life balance and offer many choices to help accommodate this, including flexible working and employee assistance programme. Excellent training and learning opportunities provided. Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Please see the candidate pack for more information.You will be required to work from our project office in Bridgwater at least 2 days per week. You may also be required to attend one of our hub offices (Exeter, Bristol Bodmin or Blandford) on an occasional basis. Occasional overnight stays may be necessary.For further information please contact martin.barnard@environment-agency.gov.uk
Closing date for applications is: 23rd February 2025Interviews anticipated to take place wk/c: 17th March 2025Competence 1Programme and Project ManagementDescriptionDescription: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.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.Competence 2Communicates EffectivelyDescriptionDescription:
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.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.Competence 3Achieves ResultsDescriptionDescription: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:
Describe a time when you had to take responsibility for delivery of a key business objective or project deliverables.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.Role specific license requirementsFull UK driving licenceIf 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.

Expected salary

£33000 per year

Location

Bridgwater, Somerset

Job date

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 23:43:48 GMT

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