Technical Project Manager

Ignite Digital; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Technical Project Manager to lead transformative technical projects. This hands-on role involves managing project lifecycles, ensuring compliance with standards, and developing IT systems. Candidates should have a strong technical background, relevant certifications, and excellent stakeholder management skills. The position offers a salary between £46,148 to £52,809, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative workplace culture focused on enhancing patient care.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth and training

Collaborative workplace culture

28 days annual leave

Options to purchase additional annual leave

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in IT systems, networking, and server environments.
• Proven track record in delivering complex technical projects on time and within budget.
• Experience with risk management, budgeting, and change management processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of technical projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop detailed project plans and maintain documentation.
• Lead the design and planning of technical systems including paging and telephony.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Technical expertise

Risk management

Communication

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent

Tools

SQL Server

SharePoint

Microsoft-based systems

Job description

About the Role

Are you ready to lead impactful technical projects that directly enhance critical services? We are looking for a Technical Project Manager to join our Unified Communications team. This is a hands‑on role where you will not only manage projects but also be actively involved in system architecture, configuration, and development. Youll oversee the lifecycle of diverse projects, ensuring delivery within time, cost, and quality parameters.

Working with stakeholders across a leading healthcare provider, youll drive forward digital transformation initiatives while managing relationships with vendors, contractors, and internal teams. This is a unique opportunity for someone with technical expertise and a proven track record in project management to make a difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of technical projects, from initiation to closure, including risk management, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication.
• Develop detailed project plans and maintain documentation, ensuring compliance with standards and processes.
• Lead the design and planning of technical systems, including paging, telephony, VoIP, and IT infrastructure.
• Support financial oversight for projects, ensuring budgets are met and value for money is delivered.
• Act as a hands‑on technical lead, contributing to system configuration, security, and development.
• Provide leadership and training to project teams, ensuring knowledge sharing and adherence to best practices.

What Were Looking For

• Degree or equivalent qualification or experience.
• PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent project management certification.
• Strong technical background, including hands‑on experience in IT systems, networking, and server environments.
• Proven track record in delivering complex technical projects on time and within budget.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in risk management, budgeting, and change management processes.
• PRINCE2 Practitioner, ITIL, or Change Management certifications.
• Experience with SQL Server, SharePoint, virtual environments, and Microsoft‑based systems.
• Knowledge of CAFM solutions, system migration, and automation of manual processes.

Why Join Us?

Youll be part of a collaborative and forward‑thinking team dedicated to improving critical IT & communication systems. We offer:

• Opportunities for professional growth and training.
• A collaborative and innovative workplace culture.
• A chance to support critical systems that directly impact the quality of patient care.
• Salary £46,148 to £52,809 (negotiable on experience)
• 28 days annual leave rising to 34 with years service
• Options to purchase up to 10 days annual leave
• Progression opportunities as the role and team develop

Ignite Digital Talent is committed to creating equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals eligible to work in the UK, regardless of colour, ethnic or national origin, race, gender, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, religious or political beliefs, marital status, or family circumstances.