Project Manager

Job overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager (Band 7) to support delivery of the accelerated Delegated Commissioning programme from 2026/27.

This 12-month fixed-term role will support the expansion of delegated commissioning arrangements across the Mental Health, Learning Disability and Autism (MHLDA) portfolio. The postholder will be responsible for managing defined projects and workstreams, ensuring delivery across the full project lifecycle, including planning, governance, risk and issue management, and coordination of key elements such as contract and budget transfer arrangements. The role will also contribute to the development of systems and processes required to embed delegated commissioning within the Trust.

Working closely with senior programme leads, the postholder will play a key role in driving delivery, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards . The role sits within the Transformation and Change Team, with access to structured supervision, peer support, and professional development.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a high-profile, system-wide transformation programme within a collaborative environment, focused on improving services, strengthening commissioning delivery, and supporting system-wide change.

Main duties of the job

• Provides overall management for projects • Supports, facilitates and monitors progress of project within and across site(s) •  Supports performance improvement •  Manages a team of project staff •  Accountable for achieving project objectives, meeting deadlines, and ensuring outcomes align with organisational and stakeholder expectations. • Responsible for identifying and escalating significant risks, issues, or deviations from the plan that require senior intervention

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Project Planning and Delivery •  Manage the full lifecycle of projects, from initiation and planning through to execution and closure, ensuring that all project deliverables are met. •  Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and goals. •  Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders. •  Ensure project milestones are met, resolving issues and managing dependencies effectively.

Stakeholder Management •  Engage and collaborate with key stakeholders, including internal teams, external partners, and senior management, to ensure project alignment with organisational goals and stakeholder expectations. •  Facilitate effective communication and engagement, ensuring stakeholder needs are considered throughout the project lifecycle.

Governance and Reporting •  Establish appropriate project governance frameworks, ensuring that progress is regularly tracked and reported to the Head of PMO and senior leaders. Provide updates on risks, issues, and performance metrics. •  Conduct post-project evaluations and disseminate lessons learned to inform future work.

Risk and Issue Management •  Identify potential project risks and issues, ensuring that mitigation strategies are developed and implemented to minimise disruption to the project’s success. • Resolve issues promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to project delivery.

Resource and Budget Management • Manage project resources effectively, ensuring that financial and human resources are optimally allocated and controlled throughout the project’s lifecycle. • Monitor expenditure against budgets, reporting on variances and implementing corrective actions as needed. Change Management • Support the implementation of organisational change initiatives by ensuring that change is communicated effectively and that stakeholders are engaged and supported through transitions. • Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement, driving changes that enhance service delivery. Benefits Realisation •  Ensure that the project delivers measurable benefits, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensuring the alignment of outcomes with the organisation’s strategic objectives.