29812 - Project Director - Major Projects

We are looking for a Project Director to lead delivery of the Bridgwater Tidal Barrier through the construction phase. It is a rare opportunity to take a leading role in an iconic infrastructure scheme of regional significance. The project will increase the level of flood risk protection to homes and businesses in Bridgwater and its surroundings, enhance nature and the local environment as well as be a stimulus for the local economy. We are looking to strengthen our leadership team with a flexible and experienced leader, someone inclusive and willing to challenge how we do things, with a track record of delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire and motivate, develop strong partnerships, and directly contribute to enhancing the environment and reducing risks to the people and communities. We are looking for applicants who are passionate about developing people, think innovatively and have health and safety at the heart of all you do. In this role, you will be able to draw on your project and programme portfolio delivery, commercial and leadership experiences to help make a real difference. The successful candidate will work closely with Environment Agency senior leadership teams, project teams, our Delivery Partners and their supply chain. The role will also work closely with other partners including Defra and Central Government. Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You will be required to have an incident role and make yourself available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support during an incident. This may attract an additional payment and full training, and alternative working arrangements will be available to support you with your incident role. The team We are the Programme and Contract Management team, part of Major Projects and Programme Delivery (MPPD). We create a better place through excellence in project and programme management. Our award-winning team is at the heart of integrated project and programme delivery. We collaboratively deliver sustainable asset management projects throughout their lifecycle to reduce flood risk, deliver environmental improvements and reduce carbon, resulting in added value and a greater sense of shared ownership with local communities.

• Strong leadership of multi-disciplinary teams to deliver results on large, technically challenging project using collaborative behaviours. You will be leading an integrated team made up of Environment Agency colleagues, Delivery Partners, and suppliers.
• Experience and training in project leadership and contract management, ideally within engineering, construction, landscape, environment and/or flood & coastal risk management (PRINCE 2 or APMP qualification is desirable)
• Strong awareness of the need for exemplary Health, Safety and Wellbeing behaviours and the importance of the climate emergency
• The ability to develop a resilient network of relationships with internal and external stakeholders, delivery partners, statutory authorities, landowners, and local communities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills as you will be managing reputational and political issues. Technical requirements
A degree (or equivalent) in an engineering, environmental or geography related discipline is preferred. Chartered membership of a professional body such as ICE, CIWEM or APMP.