Contracts Manager (PFI)
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An excellent opportunity for a commercially focused contracts professional with experience in PFI, facilities management, estates or infrastructure environments. Join a strategic programme supporting contract expiry, compliance, asset management and commercial negotiations within a public sector setting.
If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Commercial Contracts Manager, Estates Contract Manager, Facilities Management Contract Manager, Asset Management Manager, Infrastructure Contracts Manager
This role is known internally as a Commercial Contract Manager (PFI) 2 Positions Available
SALARY: £39,865 to £43,270 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Hybrid working from the office in Matlock, Derbyshire, East Midlands (DE4) and from home
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 37 Hours per week, Monday to Friday
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Commercial Contracts Manager to support the successful expiry and transition of complex long-term PFI agreements.
As a Commercial Contracts Manager you will provide commercial, contractual and asset management expertise across estates, facilities management and education environments, helping to minimise risk, control costs and maintain compliance.
The organisation is looking for a proactive Commercial Contracts Manager with strong stakeholder management, negotiation and contract management skills to support strategic decision-making, contract expiry activities and future service delivery arrangements.
This Commercial Contracts Manager position offers the opportunity to influence major commercial decisions, support schools and education estates, and contribute to the successful hand-back and transition of critical infrastructure contracts.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Commercial Contracts Manager include:
Manage Commercial Negotiations: Act on behalf of the organisation in negotiations with SPVs, FM providers, schools and external stakeholders
Support Contract Expiry Activities: Assist with hand-back processes, compliance checks, audits and transition planning
Review Contract Performance: Monitor KPIs, payment mechanisms, deductions and contractual compliance standards
Analyse Technical Data: Review lifecycle, condition, compliance and planned preventative maintenance information to identify commercial risks
Develop Mitigation Strategies: Support risk management and cost control activities linked to PFI expiry arrangements
Support Future Service Delivery: Contribute to the procurement, negotiation and mobilisation of post-PFI contracts and asset management solutions
Provide Commercial Advice: Deliver specialist guidance on estates, facilities management and contractual matters
Engage Stakeholders: Liaise with senior leaders, schools, governors, contractors and external bodies including the DfE and EFA
Prepare Reports: Produce updates and recommendations for governance boards and senior management teams
Deputise when Required: Provide support to the Commercial Contract Expiry Manager as needed
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
Previous experience in commercial contract management within estates, facilities management, infrastructure or similar environments
Strong understanding of PFI or other complex long-term contracts, including KPIs and performance mechanisms
Proven experience of commercial negotiations, cost management and risk mitigation
Sound understanding of contract law and property-related legislation
Ability to analyse compliance, lifecycle and condition data and provide clear commercial recommendations
Excellent stakeholder management, report writing and communication abilities
Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and meet deadlines
Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience
DESIRABLE
Experience working within local government or another public sector organisation
Experience supporting schools, education estates or facilities management contracts
Understanding of hard and soft FM services and associated contract management practices
BENEFITS
Flexible/Hybrid working arrangements
Local Government Pension Scheme
Generous annual leave entitlement
Professional development opportunities
Employee discounts and benefits package
Supportive team environment
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JOB REF: AWDO-P14767
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