Project Manager - Centre for Equity in Mental Health (CEMH)

The University of Huddersfield; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid working arrangements

Commitment to equality and diversity

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Huddersfield is seeking a full-time Project Manager for its new Centre for Equity in Mental Health. You will be responsible for delivering projects on time and within budget, developing strategic plans, and managing resources. Candidates should have a degree and project management qualifications, along with significant experience in managing complex projects in relevant environments. Competitive package with hybrid working arrangements available.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing high-value, complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Successful completion of at least one comparable project.
• Experience in higher education, health, or policy environments.
• Experience managing high-value, complex, multi-stakeholder projects in HE, health, care, policy or similar.
• Evidence of successful completion of at least one such project.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to high quality.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for the centre.
• Scope projects and manage resources effectively.
• Evaluate performance against key deliverables and milestones.
• Prepare internal and external reports.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including centre leads Prof Michael Doyle and Prof Ann Caress.

Skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Project management qualification (MSP, APM, PRINCE2)

Job description

Project Manager - Centre for Equity in Mental Health (CEMH)

Join the University of Huddersfield in establishing a new interdisciplinary research centre focused on mental health, funded by a major NIHR award. The centre will transform mental health research in Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield, creating a vibrant community and delivering step‑change outcomes for under‑served populations.

Responsibilities

Your role will be pivotal to the centre’s success: deliver projects on time, within budget and to high quality; develop and implement strategic plans; scope projects, identify and manage resources; evaluate performance against key deliverables and milestones; prepare internal and external reports; and liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including centre leads Prof Michael Doyle and Prof Ann Caress.

Qualifications

You will hold a degree or equivalent experience, excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, and a recognised project management qualification (MSP, APM, PRINCE2) or equivalent. You should have substantial experience managing high‑value, complex, multi‑stakeholder projects in higher education, health, care, policy or a comparable environment, and be able to demonstrate successful completion of at least one such project.

Benefits

We offer a competitive package, including hybrid working, blending remote and on‑campus arrangements as required. The University is deeply committed to equality and diversity, supporting an inclusive environment and holding several accreditations (Disability Confident, Stonewall Gold, Athena SWAN Bronze, Race Equality Charter Bronze).

Employment Details

This role is full‑time. The pay range is set by the University of Huddersfield and will be based on your skills and experience. Direct message the job poster for further details.

EEO Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer. Working for Equal Opportunities. Inspiring Global Professionals.

Contact

Informal enquiries are welcome to Prof Michael Doyle M or Prof Ann Caress.

Application

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Closing date:

25th January 2026