Senior Project Manager

Role Overview

Senior Project Manager (Grade
6) at the Environment Agency Flood and Coastal Risk Management Directorate. This is a permanent, full‑time position based at the Leeds or Newcastle lead offices.

• Lead and deliver flood risk management projects from initial strategic planning through feasibility, detailed design, implementation, construction and handover.
• Mentor junior colleagues and partners, building a high‑performing project team.
• Manage commercial, contract and risk aspects of projects, ensuring governance and project assurance procedures are followed.
• Develop and maintain resilient relationships with statutory authorities, landowners, local communities and other stakeholders to secure agreements, consents, approvals and external funding.
• Provide incident response support and be available for business continuity when required.

• Degree (or equivalent) in engineering, environmental science, geography or a related discipline; professional membership of ICE, CIWEM or APMP sought but not essential.
• Significant experience in project and contract management, ideally within engineering, construction, or flood & coastal risk management.
• Expertise in hydrology, river modelling, feasibility assessment, asset management, business‑case development, cost monitoring/forecasting, scope preparation, CDM, engineering design and construction.
• Track record of delivering complex projects and coordinating technical teams.
• Strong mentoring, interpersonal and influencing skills.

The role is based at the Leeds or Newcastle lead offices. Travel to other sites and overnight stays may be required. A driving licence is ideally required due to remote sites. Flexible working arrangements, including part‑time, job share, compressed hours and term‑time, are available.

• Generous pension provision and leave entitlement.
• Environmental volunteering days and Employee Assistance provider.
• Opportunities for training, learning and professional development.
• Flexible working supports a healthy work/life balance.

We are fully committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All applicants are encouraged to apply, regardless of background. We offer flexible working patterns and a Guaranteed Interview Policy for people with disabilities.

For further information, please contact Simon Mann (Simo) or Louise Notman (louise.notma).

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