City/Town
Blandford Forum, Bodmin, Bridgwater, Bristol, Exeter
Region
South West
Vacancies
2
Salary Minimum
£43,198
Position Type
Permanent
Job ID
32683
Closing date
18 Jan 2026
Published date
07 Jan 2026
Grade
Staff Grade 5
Role type
Project Delivery
Post type
Full Time, Part Time, Other
Security check
Basic Check
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.
Are you interested in delivering exciting, innovative flood risk and habitat creation projects in SW England?
We are looking for Project Managers to lead flood risk management projects that reduce the risk of flooding to communities and enhance the environment.
This role sits in Project & Programme Delivery and is a prominent position within our integrated project teams, taking responsibility for the management of projects as the client project manager, working alongside colleagues and partners.
You will manage the project delivery process from initial strategic planning, through to feasibility, detailed design and into implementation, construction, and handover. You will support project team members, flexing your involvement to suit the strength of the team.
You will build a collaborative working environment with our suppliers, client representatives and other technical specialists. Applying your strong commercial acumen in project, contract, and risk management, you will establish effective relationships and facilitate collaborative and efficient ways of working.
You will make project decisions informed by technical leads whilst following governance procedures, project assurance and legislation.
The ability to develop a resilient network of relationships with stakeholders such as statutory authorities, landowners, and local communities to negotiate agreements, consents, approvals, and external funding is crucial to the success of the role.
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.
A degree (or equivalent) in an engineering, environmental or geography related discipline
Project management experience in engineering, construction and/or flood & coastal risk management.
Experience managing contracts, ideally through the NEC4 suite.
Experience delivering results through co-ordination of technical teams.
Established interpersonal and influencing skills, managing internal and external stakeholders.
Undertaken relevant project management training, e.g. PRINCE practitioner or APM PMQ
An area of expertise (e.g. hydrology, river modelling, asset management, business case development, cost monitoring/forecasting, CDM, design or construction).
Desirable -
Actively working towards chartership of a relevant Professional Body.
Experience using Project Management tools such as Microsoft Project.
It is expected that the applicant resides in the south west with the base office location being flexible within the South West hub. Co-location is expected at least 2 days per week plus visits to site as required. Travel to other offices and overnight stays may be required.
For further information please contact: Helen Montgomery [email protected]
Interviews due to take place w/c: 23rd February 2026
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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. "
Can you please tell us about a project that you have managed. Tell us what your role entailed. What part did you play in ensuring that the project delivered a successful 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 time you have harnessed a team to deliver a project to required standards in line with set project governance.
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: Describe a situation where you have had to balance the needs of a variety of stakeholders with differing drivers to reach a successful 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: Tell us about a time where you have identified a significant health, safety, environment or wellbeing risk on a project and taken steps to mitigate any impact.
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.