36110 - Project Support Officer


Company:	Environment Agency
Salary:	from £29,751 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Birmingham, B3 1AQ
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 4 days remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	26 Aug 2026
Closing date:	20 Sept 2026

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Summary

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.

We’re looking for enthusiastic and organised Project Support Officers to join our team. You’ll play a vital role in delivering a wide range of innovative projects that reduce flood risk and enhance the natural environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that makes a real difference.

As a Project Support Officer, you will:

Support Project Executives and Managers in the successful delivery of projects.

Assist Team Leaders with administrative tasks across projects and programmes.

Manage digital workspaces and support financial tracking and reporting.

Provide administrative support for office and site-based meetings.

Produce letters, reports, and other key documents.

Contribute to Business as Usual processes and team coordination.

You can expect:

A comprehensive induction and all the equipment you need to succeed.

Ongoing training and development to grow your skills and confidence.

Opportunities to build a professional network and develop your career.

Experience applying Environment Agency processes, policies and engaging with landowners and communities.

Support to pursue your career ambitions within the organisation.

Everyone that joins us is required to undertake training and participate in incident response duties when the need to respond arises Having an incident role is an essential part of working for the Environment Agency and an active way to support communities and prevent harm to the environment. Further information on incident response can be found within your candidate pack.

The team

Programme and Project Delivery (PPD) provides expert project and programme management at both regional and national levels. Our award-winning, area-based teams deliver a diverse project portfolio, from flood risk and climate resilience to wildlife and nature restoration, all with great community engagement. These roles sit within area-focused teams of Project Leaders, Executives, Managers, and Support Officers who manage project delivery in collaboration with trusted delivery partners to achieve high-quality, sustainable outcomes.

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