Job Description

Assistant Project Manager - North East - 30857

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Assistant Project Manager - North East - 30857

Number of jobs available
4
Region
North East, Yorkshire and the Humber
City/Town
Leeds , Newcastle
Building/Site
DEFRA GRP EA LEEDS LATERAL, LS11 9AT, DEFRA GRP EA TYNESIDE HOUSE, NE4 7AR
Grade
Staff Grade 4
Post Type
Permanent
Role Type
Programme and Project Management
Working Pattern
Full Time, Part Time, Part Time Term Time, Compressed Hours, Other
Salary Minimum
33,000
Closing Date:
18/05/2025, 23:55 hours


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Job description
At the Environment Agency (EA) we value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community wishing to join a company which embraces difference and welcomes everyone. We embrace equal opportunities and flexible work arrangements, ensuring everyone can contribute and succeed.




Do you want to lead and deliver important and innovative projects that reduce the risk of flooding and enhance the environment?



We are looking for Project Mangers to join us in Programme & Contract Management (PCM) in a rewarding and prominent role within our integrated project teams taking responsibility for the management of projects as the Client project manager.




You will put health, safety and the environment at forefront of project delivery. By applying strong commercial understanding in project, contract and risk management you will manage the project delivery process from initial strategic planning, through to feasibility, detailed design and then into implementation, construction and handover.


You will make project decisions informed by technical leads whilst following governance procedures, project assurance and legislation.




You will build a collaborative working environment to establish effective relationships and create high performing teams which include our suppliers, client representatives, technical specialists and other partners, such as statutory authorities, landowners and local communities to negotiate agreements, consents, approvals and external funding.




Responding to incidents is a central part of what the EA does. 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. Supporting incident response may attract an additional payment as well as facilitating further career development as it gives you the opportunity to see how other parts of the business works. Full training and alternative working arrangements will be available to support you with your incident role.
The team
We are the Programme and Contracts Management team (PCM), creating a better place through excellence in project and programme management. The North East PCM hub is led by a Delivery Manager overseeing 70-120 staff, supported by Programme Specialists, Programme Managers and Project Team Managers (PTM). Each PTM manages Project Executives, Project Managers and Project Support Officers who manage the delivery of projects within our flood & coastal erosion risk management programme using our framework suppliers.
Experience/skills required
The following are essential for the role:



Confident and proficient using MS office (teams, excel, word, project etc)



Proactive problem solver



Effective at communicating with a wide range of people

Understand the importance of active management of health, safety and wellbeing




The following are desirable:



Experience in a project delivery and/or contract management environment, ideally within engineering, construction and/or flood & coastal risk management.



Experience of MS Projects, SharePoint, project/contract management software



A degree (or equivalent) in an engineering, environmental or geography related discipline




Working towards a chartered membership of a professional body such as ICE, APM or CIWEM




Knowledge of / interest in areas such as asset management, business case development, cost monitoring/forecasting, engineering design and construction, carbon reduction




Capabilities required to be demonstrated by the role, include:



Programme and Project Management



Focuses on Customers and Partners




Communicates Effectively



Data and Information Management



Uses Initiative
Contact and additional information
Benefits include generous pension provision, leave entitlement and flexible working practices to support work/life balance. Excellent training and learning opportunities are available, including personal and professional development.



Please state your preferred office location (Leeds or Newcastle) when applying.



This is a hybrid role, co-locating with colleagues and delivery partners will be required, including travel to sites and meetings in other offices; with occasional overnight stays.



A driving licence is required.



Please read the candidate pack.



How to apply - Environment Agency


Capability dictionary - https://www.calameo.com/read/004433680aab41adf893b



CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection.




Visa information: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa



For further information please contact either eva.diran@environment-agency.gov.uk or chris.armstrong@environment-agency.gov.uk.



Interviews are anticipated to take place in June 2025.
Competence 1
Programme and Project Management
Description
PLEASE NOTE:



CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed


Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response.


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.


You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer.


The Environment Agency values authenticity, honesty and integrity and we expect all candidates to abide by these principles. Please ensure that all examples provided in your application are taken directly from your own experience and that you describe the examples in your own words. Our interviews are designed to probe deeper into your skills and experiences, to give us a clear indication of whether the application matches the person at interview.


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.



Description:



Selects, plans and manages contractors, programmes or events to achieve a set of Environment Agency objectives cost-effectively.



Question:



As the Environment Agency spends public money it is essential that our project managers are capable and effective so that projects can be delivered in a carbon and cost-efficient manner.




For a project that you have been involved with, please tell us what tools, systems and processes you have used to manage your project and how you kept track of quality cost and programme.
Competence 2
Focuses on Customers and Partners
Description
PLEASE NOTE:



CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed


Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response.


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.


You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer.


The Environment Agency values authenticity, honesty and integrity and we expect all candidates to abide by these principles. Please ensure that all examples provided in your application are taken directly from your own experience and that you describe the examples in your own words. Our interviews are designed to probe deeper into your skills and experiences, to give us a clear indication of whether the application matches the person at interview.


Description:



Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses



Question:



Assistant Project Managers work closely with their project team, their 'customer' is typically the Project Executive or Senior Project Manager and their 'partners' are the wider project team. There can be the need to balance and manage conflicting needs and requests to ensure that a project is delivered effectively, efficiently and in line with procedures or policies.



Using examples, please tell us how you have managed conflicting needs and how you handled any issues. What was the outcome and did this satisfy the involved parties?
Competence 3
Communicates Effectively
Description
PLEASE NOTE:



CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed


Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response.


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.


You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer.


The Environment Agency values authenticity, honesty and integrity and we expect all candidates to abide by these principles. Please ensure that all examples provided in your application are taken directly from your own experience and that you describe the examples in your own words. Our interviews are designed to probe deeper into your skills and experiences, to give us a clear indication of whether the application matches the person at interview.


Description:



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



Question:



Clear communication is essential to efficient project management; our teams communicate in a variety of ways to ensure that information is conveyed in the most suitable and effective manner.



Using examples, please tell us about how you tailor your communication methods to ensure that information is communicated clearly and effectively in the most appropriate manner.
Competence 4
Data and Information Management
Description
PLEASE NOTE:



CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed


Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response.


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.


You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer. The Environment Agency values authenticity, honesty and integrity and we expect all candidates to abide by these principles. Please ensure that all examples provided in your application are taken directly from your own experience and that you describe the examples in your own words. Our interviews are designed to probe deeper into your skills and experiences, to give us a clear indication of whether the application matches the person at interview.


Description:



Collects, analyses, interprets, records, manages, develops and shares data, material or information appropriately for a variety of purposes.



Question:



Good quality and reliable data enables effective decision making which is crucial for the management of projects. As an Assistant Project Manager you will be responsible for helping the project team manage information and data relating to their project for reporting.



For a project or task you have worked on please tell us about how reporting was undertaken. What tools did you use and how did you ensure the accuracy of the information you provided?

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.