Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Healthcare Management

Job Summary

As part of the Programme Management Office (PMO) you will work in collaboration with the Trust's Clinical and Non-Clinical Groups and Departments to support the delivery of strategic objectives. The post holder will provide full project management support for Strategic Programmes and support clinical and non-clinical staff in delivering project objectives and benefits. Facilitation of meetings and workshops will ensure all key stakeholders are engaged.

Analysis of data will inform our Clinical Groups and Corporate Departments to enable service improvement.

• To work as a member of the PMO to support the implementation and management of projects arising from the Strategic Programmes or other projects/ Programmes of work.
• Support Group Management Teams to identify and scope objectives and outputs of proposed projects using agreed documentation and processes ensuring all information is available in the project management office.
• Develop, facilitate and monitor the delivery of project plans.
• Plan and organise meetings and activities required to support the delivery of identified project benefits.
• Ensure effective engagement with project key stakeholders to ensure that they are able to contribute, influence and progress project plans.
• Resolve complex issues as they arise and manage conflict situations, overcoming resistance to change. Escalate any unresolved issues through the appropriate channels in a timely and appropriate way.
• Identify, assess and analyse potential risks to the realisation of project outcomes and initiate remedial action as necessary.
• Ensure appropriate evaluation metrics and monitoring systems are in place for projects using agreed Trust and departmental systems in order to produce a clear evidence base when measuring impacts of projects.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation – please read about this prestigious award.

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

• Date posted: 14 January 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 7
• Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
• Reference number: 218-AC-B
• Job locations: University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DX

• To be responsible for own timetable and workload, prioritising as required. This will involve planning and co-ordinating complex activities.
• Assist and advise the project sponsors in developing qualitative and quantitative measures to evidence clinical improvement for all Programme projects.
• Promote use of Trust project management tools and systems and be an expert user to support clinical and corporate teams.

• Provide appropriate briefings to project leads and key stakeholders as required and use communication skills to motivate, negotiate and influence to ensure projects are delivered.
• Undertake complex presentations to large groups as required.
• Proactively…