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Senior Project Manager

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • IT & Cybersecurity
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Aberdeen

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree, project management accreditation (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile), strong ICT project experience, business analysis skills, leadership ability, and stakeholder relationship expertise.
  • You will manage projects from start to finish, ensuring quality and benefits within budget, provide status updates, create complex models, mentor teams, and manage risks and issues.

Requirements

  • Be educated to degree level or equivalent; with post-graduate professional education or have equivalent experience of project and portfolio management preferably within an ICT Department, within the Health Service
  • Programme / Project Management methods e.g. PRINCE 2, Agile or MSP accreditation
  • Display significant practical experience in the management of large ICT projects and programmes of work with a scope and range overarching several departments/an organisation.
  • Demonstrate expert knowledge of project management methodologies and best practice.
  • Evidence experiences and knowledge of core business analysis work including data modelling, requirements capture, process design, requirements analysis, functional specifications, high-level design.
  • Possess effective leadership skills.
  • Have the ability to build effective relationships, influence and persuade internal and external stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Manage projects from initiation to implementation ensuring that the project produces the required products, to the required standard of quality, and delivers the expected benefits, all within the specified constraints of time and cost.
  • Work with the Head of Technology Change, Transformation and Delivery to ensure accurate project status updates. Reporting will include financial reporting, progress tracking, benefits baselining and benefits monitoring.
  • Creation of complex models, diagrams, based on information gathered during business analysis in order to create and maintain high quality solutions.
  • Through facilitation, guidance, and mentoring, provide expert advice on all aspects of project management to enable an organisation-wide approach to successful project implementation.
  • Accountable for the delivery of complex projects that will require them to lead multiple disciplinary teams.
  • Manage Risks, Issues and dependencies of varying complexity, potentially planning, and feeding into larger programmes and portfolios.

FAQs

What is the job title for the vacancy at NHS 24?

The job title is Senior Project Manager.

What specific experience is required for the Senior Project Manager position?

Candidates must demonstrate experience in managing large ICT programmes and projects that span several departments or the entire organization.

What types of project management methodologies should applicants be knowledgeable about?

Applicants should have expert knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices, such as PRINCE 2, Agile, and MSP.

Is a specific accreditation required for this role?

Yes, candidates should have relevant Programme/Project Management accreditation like PRINCE 2, Agile, or MSP.

Where are the NHS 24 regional centres located?

The regional centres are in Aberdeen, Dundee, South Queensferry, Hillington, Cardonald, and Clydebank.

What are the key responsibilities of the Senior Project Manager?

Key responsibilities include managing projects from initiation to implementation, providing status updates, creating complex models, mentoring staff, and managing risks, issues, and dependencies.

Is there a requirement for candidate commuting distance to a regional centre?

Yes, the successful candidate must be within commuting distance to a regional centre and be able to travel to other regional centres as needed.

What level of education is required for this position?

Candidates should be educated to degree level or have equivalent experience, preferably within an ICT Department in the Health Service.

What benefits does NHS 24 offer for the Senior Project Manager role?

Benefits include a competitive salary, 35 days annual leave (rising to 41), development opportunities, enhanced pay for public holidays, pension scheme enrollment, and NHS discounts.

Does NHS 24 promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Yes, NHS 24 promotes inclusion and celebrates differences by encouraging everyone to be themselves at work and actively advancing equality and anti-racism initiatives.

How does NHS 24 support the professional development of employees?

NHS 24 offers development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning, classroom-based courses, and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Are there any specific policies in place for employees' well-being?

Yes, NHS 24 has a range of supportive policies, including an Employee Assistance Programme and a Cycle to Work Scheme to enhance employee well-being.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1948
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Their mission is to provide healthcare services that are accessible to all residents of Scotland, promoting health and wellbeing while delivering high-quality care. Their purpose encompasses delivering comprehensive healthcare services, from primary care to specialized treatments, with a focus on improving health outcomes and ensuring equitable access to healthcare for all Scottish residents. They also emphasize public health initiatives and disease prevention strategies to enhance the overall health of the population.