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