Infrastructure Project Manager - NHS

Experis - ManpowerGroup; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in technology recruitment is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Project Manager to manage and deliver a significant infrastructure transformation programme for an NHS Trust. The role involves leading multiple projects focused on IT infrastructure improvements such as domain migration and cybersecurity enhancements. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in managing large-scale programmes in public sector environments and possess strong stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering large-scale programmes within NHS or public sector.
• Strong background in infrastructure domains: networks, servers, storage, cyber.
• Demonstrable experience managing MS Active Directory projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of infrastructure programmes.
• Manage MS domain consolidation and migration projects.
• Oversee design, procurement, and implementation of network upgrades.

Skills

Infrastructure Project Management

Stakeholder Management

MS Active Directory management

Project management methodologies

Cybersecurity knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Infrastructure Project Manager - NHS Trust (Contract)
Location: Hybrid / On-site as required - South East
Contract Type: Fixed-term / Contract
Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35)
Duration: 6 months (potential for extension)

About the Role

Experis have recently agreed an exclusive arranged with a large consultancy who support public sector organisations including the NHS. We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Project Manager to lead and deliver a major infrastructure transformation programme for on of their large NHS Trust clients. This critical role involves managing multiple concurrent capital projects across IT infrastructure - including Microsoft domain consolidation and migration, network design and upgrade, cybersecurity improvements, and server migrations.

You will take ownership of end-to-end delivery across complex technical environments, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and third-party suppliers to ensure successful outcomes that align with NHS standards, governance, and patient safety priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of infrastructure programmes across networks, servers, storage, and cyber security.
• Manage MS domain consolidation and migration projects, ensuring seamless transition with minimal disruption.
• Oversee design, procurement, and implementation of network modernisation and server upgrade programmes.
• Collaborate closely with DBA, infrastructure, and application teams to ensure full technical alignment.
• Engage and manage key suppliers, contractors, and NHS stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and governance.
• Develop and maintain project documentation including business cases, plans, RAID logs, and status reports.
• Monitor project risks, budgets, and resources, escalating as appropriate to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with NHS and national cyber security standards.

Skills and Experience Required

• Proven experience as an Infrastructure Project Manager delivering large-scale programmes within NHS or other public sector organisations.
• Strong background across infrastructure domains - networks, servers, storage, cyber, and databases.
• Demonstrable experience managing MS Active Directory / Domain consolidation or migration projects.
• Excellent stakeholder and supplier management skills across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong understanding of ITIL, PRINCE2, or similar project management methodologies.
• Experience delivering capital-funded infrastructure or technology programmes.
• Outstanding communication, governance, and reporting capability.

Desirable

• Prior experience working within NHS IT or healthcare environments.
• Understanding of NHS governance, clinical systems dependencies, and information security requirements.
• Relevant professional certifications (PRINCE2, MSP, ITIL, or equivalent).

People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.