Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join the EMAP Improvement Programme. Working as part of a dynamic programme team, the post holder will lead and deliver complex projects that support service improvement, transformation and strategic objectives across Lincolnshire's health system. The role involves working closely with senior clinical and operational leaders, managing project plans, monitoring performance against key milestones and KPIs, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and to a high standard. The successful candidate will be highly organised, able to analyse complex information, manage risks and dependencies, and build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders to drive sustainable improvements in patient servicesMain duties of the job
Main Duties of the Job
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- Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of allocated projects within the EMAP Improvement Programme.
- Develop and monitor project plans, milestones, risks, issues and performance measures to ensure successful delivery of agreed outcomes.
- Work collaboratively with clinical, operational and system partners to support service improvement and transformation programmes.
- Prepare and present complex reports, progress updates and performance information to senior stakeholders, programme boards and other governance groups.
- Identify, analyse and mitigate project risks, issues and interdependencies, escalating concerns where appropriate.
- Support the development and implementation of initiatives aligned to national NHS priorities, local strategic objectives and best practice guidance.
- Monitor project budgets and resources, ensuring effective use of funding and delivery of agreed benefits.
- Analyse complex data and performance information to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders across organisations, influencing and motivating teams to achieve programme objectives.
- Ensure robust governance arrangements are maintained, with accurate documentation, audit trails and reporting processes in place.
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for the full breakdown of tasks, duties and responsibilities.
Details
- Date posted: 26 October 2026
- Closing date: 28 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 8a
- Salary: £57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 29 months
- Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: 357-LN-817-26-B
- Job locations: Lincoln County Hospital, Greetwell Road, Lincoln, LN2 5QY, United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
What should you do next?
Have a look at the Job Description and Person Specification, and if you like what you see, then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Post Graduate diploma Level or equivalent experience in a project related field
- Specialist Management knowledge or training qualification to Masters level.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification eg Prince 2 or equivalent
Skills/competencies
Essential
- Good analytical skills and ability to interpret and present data
- Effective management, interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to create a team approach amongst Project Leads
- Ability to find ways of pre-empting and solving problems
- Ability to use IT packages - Microsoft Office
- Ability to make sound judgements and decision making
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing complex projects
- Experience of change management / service redesign
- Experience of working at a senior/corporate level within the NHS
- Experience of managing competing priorities
- Demonstrable experience in managing and influencing teams
- Significant experience of communicating and working with staff at all levels
- Experience of budget and staff management
Desirable
- Experience of managing and successfully delivering a Programme
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of programme and project management
- Knowledge of financial and staff management
- Understanding of working with confidential information
Desirable
- A knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling programmes
- A knowledge of project management approaches
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Sufficient seniority and professional credibility to advise and influence project leads on delivery in relation to the programme/projects
- An awareness of techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling programmes
- Ability to identify links with programme and projects
Desirable
- A knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling programmes
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Committed to continuous improvement and pro-active in problem solving
- Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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About us
Lincoln Hospital is a thriving university city and with the opening of the medical school, it provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust has been granted teaching hospital status, after demonstrating evidence to significant teaching commitment. From now on it will be known as United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Pilgrim Hospital is situated in beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
Grantham and District Hospital serves the communities of Grantham and the local area. It provides ambulatory paediatric and accident and emergency services.
Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS) and United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust (ULHT) have come together in a Group arrangement, with the goal of improving the care provided to patients across the county.
This will not constitute a formal merger of the two organisations, but will bring the Trusts together under a single Board and Executive Leadership Team, with the goal of improving the care that is provided to patients both in the community and in hospitals across Lincolnshire. Both Trusts will retain their separate statutory names and legal obligations.
The Group will be known as Lincolnshire Community and Hospitals NHS Group (LCHG).
Employer details
- Employer name: United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
- Address: Lincoln County Hospital, Greetwell Road, Lincoln, LN2 5QY, United Kingdom
- Employer's website: https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/