Technical Project Manager

Birmingham Community Health Care Nhs Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Birmingham is seeking a skilled Technical Project Manager to manage various technical projects within the Infrastructure Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects are executed effectively, maintaining relationships with stakeholders, and delivering quality business documents on time. The role offers the chance to be part of a committed team within a thriving healthcare environment and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

Full NHS terms and conditions

Attractive relocation payment

Discounts for local and national retailers

Dedicated well-being services

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing technical projects.
• Ability to create business case and PID documentation.
• Experience with creating and managing project plans.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Infrastructure Department's technical projects.
• Ensure adherence to project methodologies and create documentation.
• Negotiate with colleagues on project deliverables.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Documentation preparation

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

The successful candidate will work closely with the Infrastructure Programme Manager, IT Infrastructure Manager, stakeholders, suppliers, delivery partners, and support fellow members of the Project and Digital Technical Service Teams, delivering projects and work streams within the parameters of time, quality and cost.

The role will encompass all project related activities, the management of resources, with an expectation on delivering quality business case and PID documentation.

The post holder will be expected to monitor and manage their own work stream through the project team management software as well as reporting to appropriate stakeholder groups.

The post holder should have a positive approach to project delivery and a proven track record to manage and overcome risks and issues.

The Trust is looking for a highly motivated, experienced and skilled technical project manager to manage the Infrastructure Department's technical projects to a successful and expected conclusion.

Responsibilities

• To manage the Infrastructure Department's technical projects to a successful and expected conclusion.
• To take responsibility for ensuring that all projects are run to appropriate methodologies and that an auditable trail exists throughout the life of the project.
• To create and manage related business case and PID documentation.
• To negotiate with clinical and management colleagues a practical plan regarding project deliverables as required to achieve the strategy.
• To monitor the progress of each work‑stream against the agreed project plan and intervene at any point where there is a risk of delay, resource overuse or unacceptable quality.
• To create and regularly update the delivery of related projects within the project team management software in the interest of progressing the project to meet goals and milestones.

Visa Sponsorship Information

In accordance with UK Home Office requirements, Band 2 clinical and non‑clinical roles and Band 3 Non‑Clinical roles are not eligible for sponsorship.

Please note that the majority of non‑clinical roles (Agenda for Change Band 3 - 6) with the exception of those which appear on this list - link - will not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK.

All non‑clinical roles (Agenda for Change Bands 7 - 9) that meet the prescribed skill level (RQF 6) and salary threshold will be eligible for sponsorship.

The Trust will accept applications from candidates who can evidence their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes.

Disability Confident Employer & Guaranteed Interview Scheme

BCHC offers a guaranteed interview to any candidate who is Disabled, Neurodiverse, has a hidden or long‑term health condition as recognised under the Equality Act 2010, providing they meet the essential criteria of the job role, as set out in the person specification. We encourage applicants to submit their applications and to request any reasonable adjustments where required.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

As part of our ongoing commitment to being a Great Place to Work, we actively foster and support a workplace culture that is inclusive and equitable for all staff, patients and service users.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with diverse abilities, experiences, and perspectives.

We are also dedicated to supporting the career progression of colleagues from under‑represented backgrounds into this role and more senior roles within the Division and the wider organisation.

Promoting Workforce Equality

In response to data held by BCHC which demonstrates that individuals from particular protected characteristics are under‑represented, BCHC are striving to redress these imbalances. The Trust guarantees an interview to any applicants from under‑represented groups for positions at Band 8a and above whose application meets the essential criteria for the post as detailed on the Person Specification.

The Trust is currently under‑represented in terms of people who identify as Black, Minority Ethnic (BME) and welcomes applicants from these communities. Selection will be on the basis of merit. In order to ensure the diversity of our workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.

Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced Technical Project Manager to join a busy but rewarding IT Project Team within the Digital Technology Services department.

About BCHC

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.

DBS Information

Please be aware that all new employees starting work with the Trust will be charged for the cost of their DBS check if it is required for the role. The cost will be deducted from your salary in 3 payments over a 3‑month period once you start employment. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to these deductions being made. The charges for the DBS include the administration fee. The total costs are £26.40 for a standard check and £54.40 for an enhanced check. The level of check will be determined by the post you are applying for. For bank Workers the full cost of the DBS check (as detailed above) will be deducted from your pay following completion of your online mandatory training. No payment will be made for your online training until it is all complete and verified by the Temporary Staffing Team. Please note: You will not be able to work any bank shifts until you have completed your mandatory training, and your DBS is in place.

Flexible Working

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) supports a variety of flexible working practices and, where possible (given our range of services and community settings) dependent upon the requirements associated with the role, will actively consider requests made and support these where practically possible. This may include hybrid patterns of working to enable colleagues to request the flexibility of a mixture of home/base working.

In accordance with the NHS People Promise, the Trust is committed to facilitating a healthy work/life balance that is essential to health and wellbeing and to making BCHC a 'Great Place to Work'. We will be happy to discuss and consider all requests relating to working patterns and hours at your interview so please do ask!

Artificial Intelligence

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Benefits

• Full NHS terms and conditions including extensive holidays, Agenda for Change pay with enhancements
• Attractive relocation payment if you relocate to the local area.
• Discounts for local and national retailers
• Dedicated well‑being services for all employees
• Flexible working where possible