Project Manager

* Fixed Term Contract for 16 months / Secondment Considered*

Interested in taking on a high profile role that will drive improved outcomes and make a difference to the delivery of patient care across Scotland? Have a passion for delivering projects that could help us address the big challenges facing NHS Scotland?

This role will provide the post holder with a unique opportunity to support the National Green Theatres Programme to scope out new areas and actions that can significantly reduce the carbon emissions of NHS Scotland and enable more environmentally sustainable health care.  

The post holder will be comfortable working in close collaboration with a wide range of key partners and stakeholders, in both national and territorial Boards, they will be able to apply strong project management skills and also an ability to communicate a clear vision for change.

The successful candidate(s) should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to secure clinical and operational engagement and drive safe, effective and person centred improvements in care on a Once for Scotland basis. They will be exhibit a demonstrable in depth understanding of project management and improvement methodologies, with recognised expertise in practical application. The ability to work within a political context, a fast pace environment, managing deadlines and being responsive to changing priorities is essential.

This is a rare opportunity to engage in a high profile area of work that requires passionate, motivated and value driven individuals who will confidently lead, manage, develop and implement a number of complex projects that will deliver measurable improvements in care to patients across all of Scotland.

For informal discussions, please contact: Ben.Lukins2@nhs.scot  (National Green Theatres Programme Manager)

NHS Golden Jubilee is open to considering flexible working options for this role.

This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

As a disability confident leader we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and need support for any stage of the recruitment process please refer to the job pack for more information.

NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.