Project Manager About Us An exciting vacancy has arisen for a Project Manager, working for Black Sluice IDB in Lincolnshire. The IDB is an independent statutory authority providing flood risk management and land drainage services within our catchment area. The Board’s primary role is to provide front-line drainage and flood protection service within our catchment. The Board protects land, critical infrastructure, commercial and residential property from flooding and ensures good land drainage. Much of this work involves the maintenance and improvement of water courses, pumping stations and related infrastructure. The Board supervises all matters relating to water level management within their district whilst supporting and promoting sustainability, ecological wellbeing and improvement of the environment, agriculture, industry and commercial assets. You will become a valuable member of a small team. Our established team of staff work collaboratively, we are confident that there is scope within our Board for you to develop, grow and establish an interesting career. The team are based at the Board’s offices in Swineshead, Boston. This role requires individuals to work closely with staff within all areas of the Boards catchment, partner Flood Risk Management Authorities, funding Councils and drainage ratepayers. This will require undertaking duties at a variety of locations in and around the Board’s drainage district. About the Role Reports to: Projects Director Type of contract: Two-year fixed term contract Hours of work: The Board operates a 74-hour nine-day fortnight (i.e. every second Friday is a day off work) with flexible hours of work. The successful applicant will commence work as soon as possible. Salary: £47,832 - £58,716 per year, equating to £3,986 - £4,893 per month at 2025/26 pay rates dependent on experience Pension: Contributory Lincolnshire Local Government Pension Scheme available Location: The Board’s offices are located at Swineshead, Lincolnshire. Essential User: £2,292 per annum plus 45p per mile (up to 10,000 miles, 25p thereafter) travelled whilst on Board duties. As Project Manager your primary role will be to work alongside the Grant in Aid Manager, Pump Engineer and Projects Director to develop and deliver the extensive capital programme of asset improvement projects. This capital programme of works will revolve around the Board’s 34 ageing pumping stations requiring refurbishments and replacements. The Board is currently working on a programme of grant income at the value of circa £14million over the term of the contract. Individual projects range in size from approximately £500,000 to £3,000,000. The role will involve providing technical and design engineering support to all operations of the Board in a wide variety of forms and scenarios, managing a technical programme of works. You will provide technical guidance to the Board, leading the projects in creating sustainable structures. Respond to technical enquiries relating to the operation and maintenance of the Boards systems & infrastructure. You will build and manage internal and external relationships with key people such as contractors, local authorities, professional bodies and the general public. To lead, implement, promote, develop, maintain and project manage land drainage improvements and attenuation schemes across the catchment. To be an advocate for the Board and to promote the aims of the organisation is an essential part of the post. Communication, work with, inform and provide information to others outside the organisation, such as our customers, consultants, auditors, partner organisations, external stakeholders as well as external funders and professional partners. To assist and advise with planning application responses and comments to the Lead Planning Authority – including technical discussions with those proposing developments. Partnership working with emergency response authorities and groups through Lincolnshire Resilience Forum (LRF) Roles & Duties Lead on the delivery of projects, prepare specification and tenders, allocate resources, manage risks, coordinate work and ensure delivery to programme management and budget. Assist in the development of projects with input into the funding application process. Project management of Flood Defence Grant in Aid funded projects in partnership with the Environment Agency. Manage design risks and ensure the team complies with the requirements of Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 Contribute towards and produce reports Provide technical assurance and expertise to colleagues, partners and stakeholders Asset Management – inspection, records, reporting, work programmes Develop partnerships/liaise & communicate with other local Flood Risk Management Authorities Create a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment which prioritises colleagues’ mental and physical wellbeing. You will seek to ensure that the management of the drainage and water level management network is not compromised by development or changes in land use. Protect the Board’s interests and manage assets, ensuring inspections, survey are carried out to a high standard. Maintain records and work programming data. Ensure all areas are efficient, methodical and accurate in order to develop, manage and maintain excellent systems and processes. This post will offer direct support to the Projects Director and Grant in Aid Manager, whilst working as part of the wider team to deliver organisational objectives. About You An experienced engineer who is passionate about sustainability, you will ensure the delivery ofhigh-profile projects for sustainable flood protection across the Board’s catchment. You are an Incorporated Engineer or equivalent. An understanding of both Civils and relevant Mechanical & Electrical Engineering would be beneficial, however, either / or will be considered. If not already at Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, consideration will be given if you are able to demonstrate knowledge and experience and willingness to work towards this and we will support you as required. You should have previous experience of successfully managing projects of similar size and nature. You should be a proven leader, with demonstrable experience in motivating and managing a multidisciplinary team; ensuring all regulations are adhered to and best practice is always followed. You may have experience of working within the flood risk management industry or local government technical departments, working with local representatives and in partnership with their professional partners. You will build relationships with ease, allowing you to communicate effectively with your immediate team along with a wide range of people, from senior leaders and local authority partners to community engagement groups. You may also already be a Member of Institution of Civil Engineers as a Chartered or Incorporated Engineer or be similarly qualified