Head of PFI Lifecycle and Variations

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure investor is seeking an experienced Head of PFI Lifecycle and Variations to lead lifecycle and variation strategies across a diverse portfolio. This role involves strategic planning, risk management, and technical oversight in a remote work setup, aiming for maximum value and minimised risk in PFI assets.

Benefits

20% bonus

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a senior PFI/PPP role.
• Proven ability to deliver complex strategic objectives.
• Strong technical foundation in engineering or surveying.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic lifecycle plans for PFI portfolio.
• Lead the execution of contractual variations.
• Manage budgets and monitor portfolio performance for risk and value enhancement.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Technical foundation

Client-focused approach

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Project Management, or Civil Engineering

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

Head of PFI Lifecycle and Variations

Location: Remote (UK-based)

Salary: £100,000 – £150,000 (dependent on experience) + 20% bonus + company pension scheme

Our client, a leading infrastructure investor, is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of PFI Lifecycle and Variations to shape and lead the development and execution of effective lifecycle and variation across a diverse portfolio of PFI assets.

This role requires deep PFI sector experience gained across multiple asset classes. A technical/engineering background is essential alongside a strategic focus and commercial mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic lifecycle plans across the PFI portfolio
• Lead the planning and execution of contractual variations
• Develop and implement the strategic approach to variation works to ensure effective management and delivery
• Review the portfolio performance measures to ensure they are best in class and providing actionable insights to maximise value and minimise risk
• Monitor portfolio performance, proactively identifying risks and opportunities to enhance value
• Provide strategic insight to develop policies and procedures relating to all aspects of technical asset management
• Collaborate across the organisation to embed effective strategic asset management
• Manage budgets relating to lifecycle and variation works
• Lead the lifecycle and variations quality committee to review execution of works and create feedback loops to remove barriers to success and share learnings

Person Specification

• Significant experience in a senior PFI/PPP role, with a broad professional network across the infrastructure sector
• Proven ability to deliver complex strategic objectives independently
• In-depth understanding of operational PFI contracts and asset management best practices
• Strong technical foundation (e.g. engineering, surveying etc)
• Demonstrated strength in risk management and commercial insight
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Client-focused, relationship builder with a resilient and strategic mindset
• Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (e.g., Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Civil Engineering)

Please apply, in confidence, attaching your CV.