Job summary We are looking to hire a full-time IT Project Manager on an 18 months fixed term to join our ICT Project Management team at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. This role involves leading and delivering key ICT projects in collaboration with Trust departments. Candidates must possess strong leadership and communication skills to ensure all project requirements are clearly understood, agreed upon, documented, and delivered to meet business needs. The Project Manager will oversee the efficient delivery of assigned projects within the allocated timescales and budget. Applicants should have a proven track record of managing multiple ICT projects across various locations, preferably within a healthcare setting. Additionally, experience in delivering a wide range of ICT projects, including development, implementation, infrastructure, and integration, is required. For further information, please contact: Joyte Parmar Main duties of the job We are a dynamic and innovative organisation committed to delivering high-quality projects that drive our Trust forward. We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our team for an 18-month fixed-term contract to lead and manage key projects. About us We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Date posted 27 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 18 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 304-1088452 Job locations Yardley Court 11-13 Frederick Road, Edgbaston Birmingham West Midlands B15 1JD Job description Job responsibilities *Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description* Job description Job responsibilities *Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description* Person Specification Qualifications Essential *Education: Master's degree or equivalent qualification, complemented by relevant technical knowledge, skills, and experience. *Certification: PRINCE2 Practitioner or a similar qualification in structured project management methodologies. *Professional Development: Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development. Experience Essential *Relevant Experience: Proven experience in an IT environment, including hands-on project management experience within a complex setting *Experience: Proven ability to manage a multi-disciplinary project team *Comprehensive Project Life Cycle Experience: Extensive experience managing medium and large IT projects, with robust skills in both planning and implementation phases *Delivering Projects: Ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget. *Developing and Presenting IT Business Cases: Crafting and delivering compelling IT business cases. *Strong Understanding of Project Risk and Issue Management: Comprehensive knowledge of managing project risks and issues *Delivering Presentations: Effectively presenting internally and externally at all organisational levels Additional Criteria Essential *Effective Communication Skills: Clear and articulate communicator at all levels, with a professional telephone manner *Analytical Thinker: Demonstrates strong logical reasoning skills *Skilled in Engagement and Motivation: Capable of effectively engaging and motivating individuals. *Demonstrate Leadership Skills: Exhibits strong leadership abilities. *Understand IT Issues: Possesses a thorough understanding of IT issues and their application within the NHS. *Confident and Motivated: Displays confidence and motivation. *Team-Oriented and Independent: Effective as both a team player and an independent worker. *Highly Motivated Self-Starter: Energetic, confident, and enthusiastic with a proactive approach. *Adaptable and Responsive: Flexible and quick to adapt to changing situations. *Meet Tight Deadlines: Capable of delivering results within strict deadlines Person Specification Qualifications Essential *Education: Master's degree or equivalent qualification, complemented by relevant technical knowledge, skills, and experience. *Certification: PRINCE2 Practitioner or a similar qualification in structured project management methodologies. *Professional Development: Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development. Experience Essential *Relevant Experience: Proven experience in an IT environment, including hands-on project management experience within a complex setting *Experience: Proven ability to manage a multi-disciplinary project team *Comprehensive Project Life Cycle Experience: Extensive experience managing medium and large IT projects, with robust skills in both planning and implementation phases *Delivering Projects: Ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget. *Developing and Presenting IT Business Cases: Crafting and delivering compelling IT business cases. *Strong Understanding of Project Risk and Issue Management: Comprehensive knowledge of managing project risks and issues *Delivering Presentations: Effectively presenting internally and externally at all organisational levels Additional Criteria Essential *Effective Communication Skills: Clear and articulate communicator at all levels, with a professional telephone manner *Analytical Thinker: Demonstrates strong logical reasoning skills *Skilled in Engagement and Motivation: Capable of effectively engaging and motivating individuals. *Demonstrate Leadership Skills: Exhibits strong leadership abilities. *Understand IT Issues: Possesses a thorough understanding of IT issues and their application within the NHS. *Confident and Motivated: Displays confidence and motivation. *Team-Oriented and Independent: Effective as both a team player and an independent worker. *Highly Motivated Self-Starter: Energetic, confident, and enthusiastic with a proactive approach. *Adaptable and Responsive: Flexible and quick to adapt to changing situations. *Meet Tight Deadlines: Capable of delivering results within strict deadlines Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address Yardley Court 11-13 Frederick Road, Edgbaston Birmingham West Midlands B15 1JD Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address Yardley Court 11-13 Frederick Road, Edgbaston Birmingham West Midlands B15 1JD Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab). Location : Yardley Court, 11-13 Frederick Road, Edgbaston, B15 1JD Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom