EPR Cutover Project Manager
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | from £80,348 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Warwick, CV34 5BW |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 25 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 21 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Cutover Planning & Execution Lead the development and delivery of a comprehensive Cutover Plan aligned to the programmes critical path and milestones. Coordinate technical and operational readiness across all Trust divisions and departments to ensure a unified transition approach. Proactively identify and manage dependencies, risks, and contingencies to safeguard cutover integrity and minimise disruption. Stakeholder Collaboration Build strong working relationships with key stakeholders including clinical and operational leads, IT and infrastructure teams, data migration and integration specialists, and EPR vendors (e.g., Oracle Health). Act as a central point of coordination to ensure clear, timely communication between Trust teams and third-party suppliers. Foster collaboration across departments to align cutover activities with programme objectives and service needs. Data Migration and Integration Ensure the end-to-end data migration from legacy systems to the new EPR is strategically planned and fully integrated within the overall cutover plan. Safeguard data integrity, accuracy, and compliance with NHS data governance and clinical safety standards. Collaborate with vendors to align integration activities with best practices, technical specifications, and programme timelines Service Readiness and Risk Management Monitor and manage service readiness activities to ensure operational continuity during cutover. Minimise system downtime and oversee data catch-up processes to maintain service performance and patient safety. Lead structured risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to proactively address potential disruptions. Go-Live and Early Live Support Lead the Full-Dress Rehearsal (FDR) to simulate go-live conditions and validate readiness across all services. Establish and manage Command Centres and checkpoint calls to monitor progress and respond to emerging issues. Coordinate Early Live Support (ELS) activities and ensure a structured handover to Business-as-Usual(BAU) teams for sustained operational stability. Communication and Training Support the delivery of internal and external communication plans to ensure stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the cutover process. Collaborate with the EPR Communications Officer to develop and disseminate cutover-specific messaging tailored to clinical, operational, and technical audiences.