Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust • London EC1V 2NX
About this role
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 will lead the 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.
Working across multiple complex workstreams—including infrastructure, smart building, smart services and digital systems—the role will ensure that solutions meet quality standards, integrate effectively and support safe, efficient clinical and operational workflows. The postholder will operate within a large, high-profile transformation programme, collaborating with internal teams, partner organisations and external suppliers to deliver programme outcomes on time and within budget.
The postholder will lead the delivery of commissioning and testing across the Oriel ICT Programme, ensuring that all systems are fully assured and ready for operational use.
Key responsibilities include
Developing and delivering a comprehensive commissioning and testing strategy across all ICT workstreams
Coordinating testing activities across related programmes, including MoorConnect (EPR) and City Road Migration, ensuring alignment and minimising duplication
Ensuring systems meet defined quality, performance and clinical safety standards and integrate effectively across the organisation
Managing programme delivery, including scope, risks, dependencies, milestones and benefits realisation
Leading stakeholder engagement across clinical, operational, corporate and external partners
Establishing governance processes and reporting progress through programme boards and assurance structures
Managing project resources and delivery timelines
Overseeing production of key project documentation (e.g. business cases, plans, RAID logs, reports)
Supporting procurement, contract management and supplier relationships
Leading and influencing multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex change and digital transformation
The role will adopt a “test once, assure many times” approach, ensuring efficient use of resources and consistent assurance across programmes
What’s in it for You?
At Moorfields, we invest in you—your growth, your wellbeing, your future.
You’ll join a flexible, supportive organisation offering
- 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
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please view our Moorfields benefits leaflet.
The Oriel ICT Commissioning Project Manager will play a critical role in delivering the digital and technical readiness of the new Oriel facility. The role sits within the Oriel ICT Programme, which is responsible for enabling the safe and effective operation of clinical and operational services through the delivery of modern digital infrastructure and systems.
The postholder will lead the Digital Commissioning function, providing cross-programme assurance that all systems delivered across infrastructure, smart building, digital services and shared platforms are fully tested, integrated and operationally ready. This includes ensuring alignment with related programmes such as the MoorConnect Electronic Patient Record (EPR) and City Road Migration.
Key aspects of the role include
Establishing and implementing commissioning and testing frameworks that ensure systems meet required standards and support clinical workflows
Coordinating complex, multi-system testing activities, including integration, user acceptance and operational readiness testing
Managing interdependencies across multiple programmes, suppliers and stakeholders
Ensuring compliance with Trust governance frameworks and national standards, including Information Governance, cyber security, clinical safety and NHS digital requirements
Providing expert advice on commissioning, testing and change management across the Trust
Leading communication and engagement with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior leaders, clinicians, operational teams, contractors and external partners
Managing programme finances, identifying benefits and ensuring value for money
Line managing project staff and supporting the development of high-performing teams
The role requires strong leadership, programme management expertise and the ability to work across organisational boundaries to deliver complex digital transformation. The postholder will operate in a highly dynamic environment, managing competing priorities while ensuring successful delivery of programme outcomes.
This advert closes on Sunday 24 May 2026