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Interim Schools PFI Expiry Project Manager – 6‑Month Fixed‑Term Contract / Interim Assignment – Southwest Local Authority

We are looking for an experienced professional to lead the planning and delivery of a critical Schools PFI contract expiry programme on behalf of a forward‑thinking local authority.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning and delivery of the Schools PFI contract expiry programme.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive expiry plan and ensure delivery against key milestones.
Manage relationships with internal stakeholders, SPV partners, government representatives and professional advisors.
Interpret contractual obligations and translate these into practical exit and handover plans.
Coordinate asset inspections, technical surveys and service handover activities.
Manage commercial risks, governance and change control throughout the programme.
Oversee the ongoing commercial and performance management of the Schools PFI contract.
Produce high‑quality reports and provide clear updates to senior stakeholders.
Support wider PFI expiry planning by sharing lessons learned and best practice across other Council programmes.

Qualifications

Significant experience in contract management, commercial management, procurement or complex programme delivery.
Experience managing large‑scale or complex projects from planning through to delivery.
Strong knowledge of PFI contracts and their operational and commercial requirements.
Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior level.
Experience interpreting complex contractual documentation and managing commercial risk.
Strong understanding of facilities management, statutory compliance and asset management.
Excellent analytical, communication and report‑writing skills.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred

Experience delivering PFI contract expiry or transition programmes.
Public sector or local government experience.
Professional project management qualifications such as PRINCE2, APM PMQ, MSP or equivalent.
Commercial or legal contract management experience.

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