Senior Project Manager

NHS; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A health organization in the UK seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead initiatives in the National Pathology Programme. The role involves managing projects, reporting progress, and working closely with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and a relevant postgraduate qualification. This position offers a flexible working environment with the potential for remote work.

Qualifications

• Evidence of continued professional development.
• Project and/or Programme management qualification like PRINCE2 or MSP.
• Experience managing successful projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects within the Programme including Digital Cellular Pathology.
• Prepare progress reports and evaluate projects.
• Collaborate with Health Boards and Welsh Government on project delivery.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

People management skills

Problem solving

Desktop application competence

Education

Postgraduate Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Project Manager to join the National Pathology Programme, hosted by NHS Wales Performance & Improvement. This position will support the delivery of priority actions outlined in the Pathology Statement of Intent (2019), specifically focused on recovery from COVID-19, while also aligning with the Diagnostic Recovery Transformation Plan for Wales (2023-2025).

The initial focus of this role will be the National Digital Cellular Pathology (DCP) project in Wales. The post holder will support the completion of the project specification and its transition into the procurement phase. Extensive knowledge of project management and experience tailoring project management methodologies are required, along with the ability to liaise, develop and build relationships and effective lines of communication with stakeholders at all levels, especially within the Pathology service.

Based at River House, Ynys Bridge Court, Gwaelod-Y-Garth, Cardiff, staff predominantly work from home. A need to travel across Wales to meet post requirements may arise.

Main Duties

The post holder will lead and manage projects within the Programme, including the Digital Cellular Pathology (DCP) project and other workstreams aligned with the MAG report. Responsibilities include planning, delivery, monitoring, preparing progress reports and evaluating projects to ensure agreed objectives are achieved within defined time, cost and quality parameters. The role requires effective management of complex workstreams, risks, interdependencies and close collaboration with Health Boards, Welsh Government and other key stakeholders.

About Us

NHS Wales Performance and Improvement works in partnership for and on behalf of Welsh Government and the NHS in Wales, and is hosted by Public Health Wales. Our key purpose is to drive improvements in the quality and safety of care – resulting in better and more equitable outcomes, access and patient experience, reduced variation and improvements in population health. We provide strong leadership and strategic direction to enable and support NHS Wales to transform clinical services in line with national priorities and standards.

Job Details

Date posted: 17 November 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: 7

Salary: £48,527 to £55,532 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time, flexible working, home or remote working

Reference number: 028-AC281-1125

Job location: NHS Wales Performance and Improvement, 1st Floor River House, Gwaelod‑y‑Garth, Cardiff, CF15 9SS

Responsibilities

A full job description and person specification are attached within supporting documents. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; a Welsh application will not be treated less favourably than an application in English. Speaking Welsh is desirable.

Contact

For further details or an informal discussion, please contact:

Alan Deacon

Caity Thomas

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications and Knowledge

• Educated to Postgraduate Diploma level in a relevant subject or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Project and/or Programme management office qualification, PRINCE2, MSP or equivalent experience

Desirable Qualifications

• Masters level qualification

Essential Experience

• Experience of managing and delivering successful projects
• Effective partnership working in the public sector
• Experience of effective stakeholder working with external bodies

Desirable Experience

• Experience as a formal project manager
• Experience working within the NHS

Essential Skills and Attributes

• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
• People management skills
• Track record of complex problem solving in a project management environment
• Competent in the use of desktop applications

Desirable Skills

• Advanced IT skills in desktop applications e.g., Excel, Power BI

Essential Other

• Travel around Wales, and possibly further afield on a regular basis

Desirable Other

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers requiring 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.

Employer Details

Employer name: Public Health Wales

Address: NHS Wales Performance and Improvement, 1st Floor River House, Gwaelod‑y‑Garth, Cardiff, CF15 9SS

Employer website: https://phw.nhs.wales/