Title - Commercial Manager (PFI / Facilities Management)
Location - Edinburgh (site-based)
Salary - £65,000 - £70,000 + Car/Allowance (£5,200) + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
We're supporting a leading facilities management provider in the appointment of a Commercial Manager / Operations Manager to take a pivotal role in the successful handback and transition of a major PFI healthcare contract in Edinburgh.
This is a high-impact leadership position at a critical stage of the contract lifecycle. You'll take full ownership of the commercial, operational, and strategic delivery of the contract close-out, ensuring a compliant, risk-managed, and commercially robust transition.
The Role
Reporting into the Account Director, you will act as the single point of accountability for all handback and transition activities across a complex, live healthcare environment. You'll be responsible for protecting commercial interests while maintaining operational continuity and stakeholder confidence throughout the transition process.
Key responsibilities of the Commercial Manager / Operations Manager
Leading the end-to-end handback and transition strategy, ensuring delivery against contractual milestones
Managing commercial negotiations, contract interpretation, claims, and final account settlement
Overseeing asset condition, lifecycle compliance, and remediation programmes
Ensuring a smooth operational transition, including workforce (TUPE) planning and service continuity
Acting as the key interface with senior stakeholders, advisors, and client representatives
Managing risk across commercial, operational, legal, and reputational areas
Delivering a complete and compliant handback data and documentation pack
Driving governance, reporting, and assurance throughout the transitionExperience
Looking for a commercially astute and operationally credible leader with experience in complex contract environments.
Significant experience in commercial or operational management within FM, infrastructure, or construction
Strong knowledge of PFI / PPP contracts, particularly end-of-term or transition phases
Proven experience in commercial negotiations, dispute resolution, and contract management
Good technical understanding of building services, M&E, and compliance in complex environments (healthcare experience beneficial)
Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience), with professional accreditation (e.g. IWFM, RICS) desirableBenefits
Competitive salary and bonus
Company car or allowance
Private medical insurance
25 days holiday + bank holidays (with option to buy more)
Life assurance
Discounts, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits
Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunitiesServices advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.
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