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NS217590 - Senior Project Manager – Value & Sustainability Programme

NHS Grampian
Worcestershire
3 days ago
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Applications are invited for the post of Senior Project Manager for the Value and Sustainability Programme, based within the Planning, Innovation and Programmes (PIP) Directorate, NHS Grampian. The successful candidates will have extensive experience working in a project management role including evidence of successfully leading and delivering projects. You will be able to demonstrate highly developed leadership, communication, interpersonal, organisational and influencing skills.
The PIP Directorate leads the development of strategy and implements programmes of activity and redesign in line with our ‘Plan for the Future’ strategy across NHS Grampian and our wider health and social care system.
This post offers an exciting opportunity to join our team for a permanent contract. You will be an integral part of a supportive and dynamic Programme Team tasked to lead, develop, manage and provide assurance on the specific projects as part of the wider Value and Sustainability Programme which is a key priority for NHS Grampian. This programme will deliver efficiencies across a number of areas, focussing on maximising the non-financial benefits relating to the ‘Plan for the Future’ whilst enabling delivery of agreed financial efficiencies.
The post holder will expect to produce timely and accurate plans, completing project management documentation whilst collaborating and challenging stakeholders across the wider system to achieve shared goals. The successful candidate will demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach, balancing empathy with a strong focus on delivering high quality results within time critical deadlines.
This port is full-time and based in Summerfield House, Aberdeen – in line with the organisations hybrid working model, part of the time will be spent working from home. The post holder will report to the Programme Lead for the Value and Sustainability Programme and work closely with the Senior Responsible Officers aligned to the specific projects.


Closing Date: 27 November 2025
Interviews will take place: To be confirmed - early December


NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

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