Head of PFI Lifecycle and Variations

infrasearch.; Maidstone; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure investor in the UK is seeking a strategic Head of PFI Lifecycle and Variations to oversee and enhance lifecycle and variation management across a diverse PFI asset portfolio. This remote role demands significant sector experience, a technical background, and the ability to drive strategic goals, ensuring best-in-class performance and risk management. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills and a degree in a relevant discipline.

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 across the PFI portfolio.
• Lead the planning and execution of contractual variations.
• Monitor portfolio performance and identify risks and opportunities.

Skills

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication

Strategic Insight

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Project Management

Degree in Civil Engineering

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.