Digital Switchover Project Manager
Digital Switchover Project Manager – (Digital, Project Manager, Prince2, PSTN migrations, IT, Technology, 3rd Party Vendors, Outside IR35, Telecoms, Healthcare) – Contract – 6 Months – Outside IR35 Charles Simon Associates are currently recruiting for an experienced Digital Switchover Project Manager to lead a large-scale transition from legacy analogue telecommunications infrastructure to digital services across a portfolio of retirement communities. In addition to this role being initially a 6 month contract, the role will also be Outside IR35. This programme supports the UK’s transition away from the PSTN network and will involve managing the migration of critical life-safety systems including telecare, emergency lines and building infrastructure. This is a fully remote contract role, working closely with operations, estates and telecom providers across multiple residential sites. Location: Remote Day Rate: up to £700 per day (Outside IR35) Skills/Requirements for the Digital Switchover Project Manager: * Proven experience delivering digital switchover / PSTN migration projects. * Experience within retirement housing, later living or supported housing environments. * Strong understanding of telecare, nurse call or life-safety systems. * Experience managing multi-site infrastructure programmes. * Strong stakeholder engagement across operations, property and suppliers. * Experience managing or supporting Section 20 consultation processes. The Digital Switchover Project Manager will be responsible for: * Lead the digital switchover programme across a portfolio of retirement villages and residential developments. * Assess and migrate legacy analogue infrastructure including: * Telephony systems * Telecare and alarm systems * Lift emergency phones * Door entry systems * Fire alarm signalling * Develop and manage the programme roadmap ahead of the UK PSTN switch-off. * Work closely with telecom providers, infrastructure vendors and internal stakeholders. * Ensure infrastructure resilience for vulnerable residents. * Manage suppliers, installation partners and telecom contractors. * Maintain programme governance including risk registers, reporting and stakeholder communication. * Support Section 20 consultation processes where infrastructure upgrades impact leaseholders. Desirable: * Experience working with telecommunications providers and infrastructure vendors. * Knowledge of warden call systems, telecare technology and network infrastructure. * Project management certification (PRINCE2, APM or PMP). Additional Information: * Programme focused on critical infrastructure and resident safety. * Opportunity to deliver a high-impact national programme supporting the UK’s digital transition. Please send an up-to-date copy of your CV to be considered for the Digital Switchover Project Manager Digital Switchover Project Manager – (Digital, Project Manager, Prince2, PSTN migrations, IT, Technology, 3rd Party Vendors, Outside IR35, Telecoms, Healthcare) – Contract – 6 Months – Outside IR35