Deputy Programme Manager (Nuclear New Build Programme) - 31076

Environment Agency; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Environment Agency is looking for a Deputy Programme Manager to support the Nuclear New Build Programme, crucial for the UK's Net Zero goals. You will manage complex projects, engage stakeholders, and promote effective program delivery while working in a hybrid environment. This role requires excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and offers a chance to drive environmental objectives forward.

Qualifications

• Experience managing large and complex programmes under political scrutiny.
• Able to lead delivery of projects to time and quality standards.
• Proven track record of influencing and building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide programme management support and monitor the overall progress of Nuclear New Build projects.
• Manage strategic risks and promote consistency across the programme.
• Engage and collaborate with a variety of stakeholders and teams.

Skills

Programme Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

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Job Description

The Environment Agency is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don't just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment.

Job Description

The Environment Agency is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don't just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment.

Nuclear New Build has been identified by the UK Government as key to meeting our Net Zero Ambition. The programme encompasses large scale sites under construction or in planning (eg Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C), small scale reactors and research and development of advanced nuclear technologies that may be used to produce hydrogen or for heating, in addition to generating electricity. As the Deputy Programme Manager, you'll provide programme management support and monitor the overall progress and performance of the Nuclear New Build projects that make up the NNB Programme. You'll help to manage strategic risks, reputational risks, monitor workloads and any pressures, and promote and help ensure consistency across within the programme.

We have Area Project Teams that lead our response to the nuclear developments at Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C projects and this portfolio of projects looks set be added to over the coming years. Some national teams also provide significant contributions to our response to the Nuclear Projects, including a Habitat Regulations, Marine and Permitting teams. You'll work closely with these teams across a range of meetings.

The role also works with external organisations, including Natural England, the Marine Management Organisation, and the NNB companies constructing the sites.

You'll work closely with the other NNB Programme Management Team members to check in on work demands, workloads, consider upcoming work - and help to highlight with the NNB Programme Manager - any risks or blockers to delivery.

The role will interact with senior leaders within the Environment Agency, across both Area and National teams.

The team

You’ll join our Nuclear New Build Programme Team. We’re a dispersed team and work with a wide range of technical and project teams across the country.

We’re part of the Environment and Business Directorate. We inform and deliver the government's key environmental objectives; using evidence, expertise, engagement, and innovation we influence policy and legislation, facilitate, and enhance integrated delivery and, by building trust in the Environment Agency, secure resources to do more for the environment.

Experience/skills Required

This is a programme management role focused on supporting and enabling the Nuclear New Build Programme.

Essential:-

Able to plan and deliver work to time and of high quality; focusing on customer needs.

Able to help develop effective solutions to issues/problem.

Experience managing large and complex programmes under significant political scrutiny.

Ability to prioritise under multiple conflicting demands.

Ability to lead delivery of a range of projects to time and quality standards.

A proven track record of achieving results through others, influencing and building relationships, and effecting innovation in an agile way.

You will be a skilled communicator; able to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, gaining trust and building effective working relationships.

Commitment to investing in your own and others development.

In your capability-based answers please also demonstrate your ability to work effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.

Contact and additional information

You’ll have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan. We’ll help you find a role to suit your needs. Appropriate training will be given.

You’ll have an EA Office base location, as a national role the working location is flexible / hybrid.

We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel, some travel and overnights may be required.

Please read the Candidate / Additional Information Pack for information. Any queries, contact [e-mail]

Applications are “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions.

Interviews will be held via MS Teams.

If you consent to being held on a reserve list, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and may offer you an alternative post.

Competence 1

Achieves Results

Description

Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.

Please give an example(s) of when you have led and co-ordinated the work of a group of people to deliver an outcome

More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.

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.

Feedback is generally not available at sift stage

Competence 2

Influences and Persuades Others

Description

Presenting a case in a convincing and attractive way that will win people over, encouraging them to follow plans willingly; often succeeding where logic and reason alone would fail.

Please give an example(s) of where you have persuaded a person or group of people to change their approach.

Competence 3

Builds and Sustains Relationships

Description

Develops and maintains effective working relationships.

Please describe a time when you have built effective working relationships with a new group of people

Competence 4

Embraces Change

Description

Initiates and supports change, responding effectively to changing roles, situations or people.

Please describe a time when you had to implement a change to work or plans with internal or external colleagues and how you addressed any opposition or resistance.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

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