NHS Project Manager

NHS Project Manager – 9 Month Contract – Essex / East of England VIQU have partnered with an NHS client who are seeking a Project Manager to support the delivery of a key Digital Implementation programme.

The role:

The successful Project Manager will oversee the delivery of IM&T projects, focused on implementing a mission-critical IT operating environment. This will include ensuring infrastructure is fully tested, operational, and deployed effectively, with minimal disruption to Trust services. We are looking for someone with experience delivering IT implementation projects, particularly within environments such as call centres or operational service settings. To note, may be a requirement to travel across Trust sites and work occasional unsociable hours to support delivery.

Key Skills & Responsibilities:
Strong background as a Project Manager – Leading multiple IM&T project work streams, ensuring delivery against agreed timelines and objectives. Experience delivering IT Implementation projects – Managing infrastructure deployment, IT asset rollout, and ensuring systems are fully tested and operational. Stakeholder & Supplier Management – Work closely with internal teams, senior stakeholders and external suppliers to deliver projects aligned to Trust requirements.

Project Planning & Reporting – Develop and maintain project plans, provide regular updates, and ensure accurate documentation and reporting. Risk & Budget Management – Monitor project risks, manage budgets, and ensure delivery remains aligned to expectations. Training & Change Support – Coordinate training and support transition into BAU, ensuring minimal disruption to operational services. Stakeholder Communication – Engage and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders across the Trust.

Role details:

Job role:

NHS Project Manager Job type:
Contract Duration:
Approx. 9 months – running till end of March 2027 Rate:
Band 7 – £200 per day IR35 status:
Inside IR35

Location:

Essex / East of England Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Suzie Stone via the VIQU IT website. Do you know someone great? We’ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on Linked In @VIQU IT Recruitment.