Project Manager Uk Sponsorship Available

Job Description

Have you led Transformational and Change Projects?

We are seeking a Project Manager to join the eCare Programme within the Cornwall IT Service.

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is embarking on a journey of digital and clinical transformation, which will reshape the way care is delivered across Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly, and the South West Peninsula. The eCare Programme is integral to all aspects of care for our patients, staff, and communities. It will create a working environment known for excellence and innovation, empowering our team to deliver safe and compassionate care each day. We believe the people of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, as well as our staff, deserve nothing less.

This is a fixed-term position, lasting until 30th September 2025. Secondments will be considered for internal applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Please note, this role requires on-site work at Treliske Hospital, Truro, Cornwall, for at least 3 days a week. If you are unable to meet this essential requirement, we kindly ask that you do not apply.

Role Overview:

The Project Manager will report to a Senior Project Manager within the eCare programme and will oversee various workstreams supporting operational teams. Projects are executed in accordance with CITS Project Management procedures and PRINCE 2 methodologies and span a wide range of disciplines.

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for developing, delivering, and leading projects within the eCare Programme that drive the development and implementation of eCare systems. You will thrive in a fast-paced and challenging environment, bringing flexibility and motivation to the role. Teamwork, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential to succeed in this role.

About Us:

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the primary provider of acute and specialist care in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, serving a population of around 500,000 people, which increases significantly with seasonal visitors. With approximately 6,700 staff and a budget of £580 million, we are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.

The Knowledge Spa at Royal Cornwall Hospital is dedicated to advancing education for healthcare professionals across clinical and non-clinical roles. We are committed to advancing clinical services, facilities, and research, continually aiming to offer high-quality care to our community.

Key Responsibilities:

Initiate projects as directed by the Senior Project Manager or Senior Programme Manager.

Organise, lead, and document structured project meetings and discussions with customers, patients, suppliers, and system users.

Prioritize projects with input from the Senior Project Manager or Programme Manager, particularly when conflicts arise.

Oversee the specification, design, and modification of information systems, ensuring development work aligns with project goals.

Conduct impact analyses to support service changes post-project delivery.

Regularly create, manage, and update project documentation, including project plans, risk and issue logs, meeting minutes, and budgets using Microsoft Office or other tools.

Lead and motivate project teams, allocate tasks, and monitor daily activities to meet project targets.

Coordinate and manage internal and external stakeholders, ensuring effective involvement in change management, delivery, and ongoing services, in line with customer organization policies.

Ensure all project deliverables meet quality standards, aligning with documented requirements.

Define project risk parameters and implement contingency plans; escalate issues as necessary to Senior Project Manager or Project Board.

Please Note: For full details on the job description and person specification, please refer to the supporting document on the right-hand side.

Additional Information:

To be employed by the NHS, you must complete the following checks:

Identity Checks

Professional Registration and Qualification Checks

Employment History and Reference Checks

Occupational Health Clearance

Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Right to Work in the UK

Further details can be found at:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

We are open to offering flexible working arrangements. Please discuss at the interview stage.

Sponsorship may be available, but this is not guaranteed.

This vacancy has been reopened, and we are actively seeking new applicants. If you have previously applied but were not shortlisted, please consider your application carefully before reapplying. Your application must demonstrate how you meet the person specification criteria.

Due to the high volume of expected applicants, we may close this vacancy early. To avoid disappointment, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.