Contracts Manager (PFI) 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 you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d 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 APPLY TODAY… By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14767 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Matlock, Derbyshire, East Midlands. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk AWD-IN-SPJ