City/Town
All
Region
National
Vacancies
2
Salary Minimum
£54,940
Post Type
Permanent
Job ID
35026
Closing date
14 Jun 2026
Published date
14 May 2026
Grade
Staff Grade 6
Role type
Commercial, Strategy
Post type
Full Time, Part Time, Part Time/Job Share, Part Time Term Time, Compressed Hours
Security check
Basic Check
Job description
The Commercial Services Manager (CSM) plays a key role in supporting project teams by providing clear Commercial and contract advice. The role helps ensure successful delivery of the EA’s Flood and Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) programme, which primarily involves construction and infrastructure contracts, such as New Engineering Contracts (NEC) 4 contracts.
The role advises and manages commercial governance of contracts, engaging key stakeholders and managing collaborative supply chain relationships. A high degree of commercial acumen and risk management experience is required to provide assurance and guidance across teams.
As a commercial and contract management expert, the CSM role provides support to EA stakeholders, providing guidance and upskilling capability through workshops and support sessions to EA teams.
The CSM role navigates challenging commercial situations, demonstrating the principles of the dispute avoidance pledge, and works collaboratively with Defra Group Commercial.
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.
Everyone that joins us is required to undertake training and participate in incident response duties when the need to respond arises Having an incident role is an essential part of working for the Environment Agency and an active way to support communities and prevent harm to the environment. Further information on incident response can be found within your candidate pack.
We are the Commercial and Framework Management (CAFM) team, part of Portfolio Management, Assurance & Commercial (PMAC), supporting our Programme and Contract Management Service to create a better place and build resilient communities through excellent commercial risk management.
You will be an integrated part of our national team and will support your local delivery hub leadership ensuring we deliver the most sustainable outcomes on our delivery programmes.
Qualifications:
• Chartered membership of a recognised professional body such as ICE, IMechE, CIWEM, MAPM, CIPS or MRICS.
• Government Commercial Function (GCF): Contract Management Capability Programme (CMCP) Foundation Accreditation.
• Certificated NEC4 training.
Experience/skills:
• Experience(5+ years) in framework or contract management, infrastructure,construction,or environmental programmes.
• Commercial acumen: the ability to understand and analyse business situations, take proportionate risks, make informed decisions and deliver the most advantageous solution. Demonstrate curiosity and drive to achieve value for money.
• Experience leading, supporting teams and mentoring colleagues.
• Risk management, including escalation and evidence-based advice.
• Strong organisational, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Good written communication skills, delivering high-quality reports.
• Proficiency in MS Office, with data analysis skills that support project tracking and decision making.
Desirable:
Level 6 qualification (or equivalent)
GCF: CMCP Beyond Foundation Accreditation.
Formal accreditation in project and/or programme management.
Interests in infrastructure, construction or environmental programmes.
An open evening will be held for this role on 02/06/26 at 6pm, you can register at the link below:
https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/3ae4679f-25bf-4644-bfd7-f9486c7208d0@770a2450-0227-4c62-90c7-4e38537f1102
Please note, this role DOESN'T qualify for sponsorship, so contact Visa and Immigration (UKVI) or visit https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration, where you can seek advice based on your personal circumstances regarding options for obtaining right to work.
Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Our flexible working supports a work/life balance and offers choices to accommodate the needs of personal commitments. Excellent training and learning opportunities are available, including personal and professional development
Base location is flexible within England but with an expectation of co-locating in Hub or delivery partner offices occasionally.
For further information please contact:[email protected]
Interviews due to take place in early July2026
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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:
Can you provide an example of when you have presented commercial data or advice, whether as part of a strategy decision, negotiation, dispute or to obtain a decision from a group of senior stakeholders, and had to exert influence to achieve agreement to a course of action? What techniques did you use to influence the outcome?
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.
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.
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 situation where you have used your commercial knowledge and expertise to ensure the right outcome when colleagues were advocating a different approach. How did you communicate across different stakeholder groups and deliver the intended outcome?
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.
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:
Commercial Service Managers provide advice, guidance and support across internal customers, such as project delivery teams, and manage relationships with external customers, such as supply chain delivery partners.
Please provide an example of where your action and advice has managed several Commercial risks, and had to consider the needs of internal and external stakeholders. How did you prioritise and manage customer needs and expectations?
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.
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.
Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Although the Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body sponsored by Defra, we subscribe to and align with the candidate guidance on the use of artificial intelligence found on the Civil Service Careers website. Please review for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.