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SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER BAND 8APlease double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.Information Technology Services ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Senior Project Manager, you will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex ICT systems and transformation projects. You will partner with internal and external stakeholders, applying best-practice methodologies including PRINCE2 and BSOs Programme and Project Management standards to deliver successful, sustainable outcomes that support health and social care transformation across Northern Ireland.Location: Belfast Job Type: Temporary Duration of booking: Expected to last 3 months with possible extensionProposed start date: ASAPPay Rates: Up to32.35 per hour Umbrella or 29.20 per hour PAYE inclusive of holidaypayHours / Working Days: 37.5 hours per week / Monday to Friday, 9am 5pm Sector: Healthcare Based: Office / HospitalKEY RESPONSIBILITIESProject Leadership & DeliveryLead and manage the delivery of high-value and complex ICT projects from initiation through closure, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and budget.Engage collaboratively with stakeholders and customers to assess business needs and define ICT strategies and implementation plans.Identify and evaluate innovative technology solutions that align with organizational goals and contribute to digital transformation.Oversee risk management, business case development, procurement planning, and implementation strategies.Maintain oversight of project lifecycle documentation, governance, compliance with PRINCE2, and BSO PPM standards.Coordinate with legal and procurement advisors on contract negotiations and delivery models.Track project performance using tools such as Project Vision and ensure transparent reporting via Highlight Reports, End-Stage Assessments, and Post-Project Evaluations.Manage project resources and administration, including financial forecasting and budgetary control of capital and revenue spend.Stakeholder ManagementDevelop strong working relationships with customers, internal ITS teams, external suppliers, and other public sector partners.Represent the project/programme in multi-agency forums, aligning deliverables with wider HSC or non-HSC initiatives.Support business readiness and change adoption to ensure successful embedding of new capabilities and systems.ESSENTIAL CRITERIAYou must clearly demonstrate the following on your application:Qualifications & ExperienceA university degree/professional qualification and a minimum of 3 years experience in a project management role within a major organisation;ORAt least 5 years' relevant project management experience within a major organisation.Proven experience leading an ICT project >100,000 OR managing a complex workstream within a project/programme >5 million.Minimum of 3 years experience managing a team.Possession of a project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, MSP, PMP, or equivalent).Other RequirementsA full, valid UK driving licence and access to a car (reasonable adjustments made for applicants with a disability).SKILLS & COMPETENCIESDemonstrated ability to lead change initiatives in complex environments.Proven success engaging diverse stakeholders to achieve collaborative outcomes.Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present to senior audiences.Broad technical knowledge and awareness of emerging ICT trends and developments.