Job Overview
The Oriel ICT Commissioning Project Manager is a senior leadership role within the Oriel ICT Programme at Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The postholder leads planning, coordination and assurance of commissioning and testing activities to ensure that all digital, technical and ICT systems supporting the new Oriel facility are safe, integrated and fully operationally ready for go‑live. The role operates across multiple complex workstreams—infra, smart building, smart services and digital systems—and delivers programme outcomes on time and within budget.
Responsibilities
* Lead delivery of commissioning and testing across the Oriel ICT Programme.
* Develop and deliver a comprehensive commissioning and testing strategy across all ICT workstreams.
* Co‑coordinate testing activities across related programmes such as MoorConnect (EPR) and City Road Migration, ensuring alignment and minimising duplication.
* Ensure systems meet defined quality, performance and clinical safety standards and integrate effectively across the organisation.
* Manage programme delivery, including scope, risks, dependencies, milestones and benefits realisation.
* Lead stakeholder engagement across clinical, operational, corporate and external partners.
* Establish governance processes and report progress through programme boards and assurance structures.
* Manage project resources and delivery timelines.
* Oversee production of key project documentation (business cases, plans, RAID logs, reports).
* Support procurement, contract management and supplier relationships.
* Lead and influence multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex change and digital transformation.
* Adopt a “test once, assure many times” approach to ensure efficient use of resources and consistent assurance across programmes.
Benefits
* Competitive salary, including high‑cost area supplement.
* Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme.
* 24/7 independent counselling support.
* Career‑long learning and development opportunities.
* Excellent transport connections.
* Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemes.
* Free Pilates classes.
* Full support and training to develop your skills.
Person specification
Education / Qualifications
* Higher education qualification (degree or master’s) in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
* Professional project management or improvement qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile, QSIR or equivalent).
Experience
* Experience managing multiple complex projects within the NHS or a comparable large organisation.
* Experience delivering large‑scale transformation projects to time, cost and benefits realisation.
* Experience using formal project management methodologies.
* Experience of commissioning, testing or system integration within complex ICT/digital programmes.
* Ability to manage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
* Ability to plan and manage complex programmes, including commissioning and testing activities.
Desirable criteria
* Experience working in regulated environments (information governance, cyber security, clinical safety).
* Awareness of NHS digital, information governance and cyber security frameworks (DSPT, CAF).
Eligibility & Conditions
Proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references are required. Visa sponsorship is not offered unless clearly stated.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion encourages applications from under‑represented candidates, including BAME and Disabled candidates.
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