Business Intelligence & Information Project Manager
Job Overview The Project Manager will play a pivotal role in leading and delivering the BI Data Platform Project and other key initiatives within the Business Intelligence (BI) Department. This role combines strategic project management with operational business oversight to ensure successful implementation of transformation programmes and efficient departmental operations.
Supporting the Programme Delivery Manager and the appointed Consultancy Firm, the Project Manager will deliver the programme on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of governance while overseeing other departmental projects and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
Responsibilities
* Lead the BI Data Platform Project from initiation to delivery, including migration to a Snowflake‑based cloud platform, transition from ETL to ELT pipelines, automation and integration with BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
* Develop and maintain robust project plans, risk logs and governance documentation using recognised methodologies such as PRINCE2 and Agile.
* Engage technical teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure successful migration, integration and optimisation of the BI data platform.
* Oversee all departmental projects, supporting the Senior Management Team to ensure alignment with strategic objectives, governance standards and resource availability.
* Ensure robust governance arrangements, including adherence to reporting structures, escalation routes and decision‑making processes.
* Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including initiation documents, business cases, risk and issue logs, highlight reports, and communication plans.
* Monitor progress against plans, identifying risks, issues and slippage, and implement mitigation strategies or corrective actions as required.
* Prepare and present reports, papers and presentations for Committees, Boards and governance forums.
* Facilitate project and workstream meetings, providing updates, managing discussions, and escalating issues where necessary.
* Provide line management for the Project Support Officer, including supervision, performance appraisal and personal development planning.
* Produce accurate reports and presentations for Committees, Boards and governance forums.
* Analyse complex data and project metrics to inform decision‑making and monitor progress.
* Support change management and communication plans to ensure smooth adoption of the new BI platform.
* Coordinate with the Project Support Officer to improve and facilitate administrative processes, including meeting support, minute‑taking and departmental organisation.
* Produce regular reports for the Senior Management Team on departmental KPIs, HR metrics and compliance against project deliverables.
* Support procurement and financial processes, including invoice management, budget oversight and adherence to Trust financial policies.
* Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing high‑quality customer support and signposting queries appropriately.
* Collaborate with senior managers to deliver webinars and training sessions to promote data‑driven decision‑making.
* Operate within Trust guidelines on accountability, confidentiality and financial governance.
* Participate in supervision, appraisal and personal development planning.
* Maintain safe working environments and report untoward incidents in line with Trust procedures.
Qualifications
* Good standard of education (degree level or equivalent appropriate experience).
* Formal project management qualification or experience to an equivalent level (e.g., PRINCE2).
Essential Skills & Abilities
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Strong analytical skills and ability to exercise judgement when presented with complex problems.
* Ability to persuade stakeholders and negotiate deadlines.
* Excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work and manage multiple tasks.
* Excellent IT skills and ability to analyse situations and provide a resolution.
* Demonstrable leadership experience with evidence of affecting change, process redesign and establishing monitoring/evaluation mechanisms within an NHS setting.
Desirable Criteria
* Business Analysis or Change Management certification.
* Business Analysis or Change Management certification.
* Knowledge of NHS governance and reporting frameworks.
* Understanding of business process improvement and change management.
* Experience in Business Intelligence, data governance or information management.
* Experience supporting and delivering digital projects within a healthcare setting.
* Experience within the NHS or a similar large, complex organisation.
Experience
Essential Criteria
* Experience of project management and strategic service development in a complex organisation.
* Experience of managing projects in complex organisational environments.
* Experience of Microsoft Office software.
* Track record of meeting deadlines and delivering objectives in a timely manner.
* Knowledge of project management tools and techniques and how to use them effectively.
Desirable Criteria
* Experience in Business Intelligence, data governance or information management.
* Experience supporting and delivering digital projects within a healthcare setting.
* Experience within the NHS or a similar large, complex organisation.
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