Programme Manager for Future Frameworks - 31000

Environment Agency; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Environment Agency is seeking a Programme Manager to lead a national team in delivering operational frameworks for asset management. This role involves strategic guidance, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in managing complex projects, with benefits including flexible working and training opportunities.

Benefits

Pension

Generous leave

Flexible working

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in programme/project management, especially in engineering or construction.
• Chartered membership of ICE, CIWEM, or APMP preferred.
• Formal training in project and contract management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead ongoing programme of projects to procure and mobilise operational delivery frameworks.
• Build relationships with stakeholders including Crown Commercial Services.
• Ensure frameworks meet stakeholder needs and maintain consistency across projects.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Influencing skills

Education

Degree in engineering, environmental science, geography, or related field

Tools

NEC contracts (PSC, ECC)

FAC-1

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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.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Programme Manager to join the Future Frameworks Team. You will lead an ongoing programme of projects to procure and mobilise operational delivery frameworks, providing leadership and strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities

1. Establish project teams and governance structures for framework renewals.
2. Provide leadership, strategic guidance, and advice to project teams.
3. Build relationships with stakeholders including Crown Commercial Services and the Cabinet Office.
4. Ensure frameworks meet stakeholder needs and maintain consistency across projects.
5. Capture and embed lessons learned across the programme.
6. Develop and maintain the programme’s communication and engagement plan.
7. Ensure project records comply with EA standards.

The role is based in a dispersed, national team with staff working from EA offices or remotely. Travel to meetings in Birmingham, Leeds, or London is required.

All staff must undertake training and participate in incident response duties, which support communities and protect the environment. Further details are in the candidate pack.

Team Details

Part of the Flood & Coast Risk Management Directorate, the Commercial and Framework Management team provides various services including operational frameworks needed for asset management through our supply chain.

Candidate Requirements

• A degree in engineering, environmental science, geography, or related field.
• Chartered membership of ICE, CIWEM, or APMP preferred.
• Experience in programme/project management, especially in engineering, construction, or asset management.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects through multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with NEC contracts (PSC, ECC) essential; FAC-1 desirable.
• Formal training in project and contract management preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Leadership ability to develop teams and improve processes.

Additional Information

Benefits include pension, generous leave, flexible working, and training opportunities. The role requires UK residency and does not qualify for sponsorship.

For more info, contact:

• Andrew Merrick (up to 29 May): [e-mail] / 07887632240
• Ben Gardner (after 29 May): [e-mail] / 07920210616

Interviews are scheduled for w/c 7 July 2025.