Senior Project Manager - IM&T

Job overview

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager – IM&T (Band 8a) to play a central role in delivering Wye Valley NHS Trust’s Electronic Patient Record (EPR) Programme and wider digital transformation ambitions. As a senior member of the IM&T Programme team, you will lead the planning, procurement, implementation, and optimisation of complex digital and clinical system projects that support high‑quality patient care.

You will act as a role model for digital project delivery, working closely with clinical and non‑clinical stakeholders to ensure the right technology, processes and change activities are delivered at the right time. This is a highly influential role requiring strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex organisational and technical environments.

Main duties of the job

As Senior Project Manager for IM&T, you will lead the delivery of complex digital and clinical system projects that directly support the Trust’s EPR Programme and Digital Strategy. You will manage and motivate project managers, project support officers and business change analysts, ensuring they have clear objectives and the support they need to deliver high‑quality outcomes. A key part of the role involves developing and maintaining robust project documentation, governance reporting, risk and change controls, and ensuring consistent alignment with clinical and operational service‑improvement initiatives.

You will work closely with clinical, technical and managerial colleagues to support smooth project delivery, coordinating resources across teams and ensuring strong, proactive communication with all stakeholders. The role also includes contributing to procurement processes, supporting contract management, overseeing training and implementation activities, and ensuring the safe transition of new systems into operational use. Throughout, you will champion best practice in digital change, stakeholder engagement and benefits realisation.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information about the role and responsibilities please see the attached job description and person specification.