Assistant Commercial Manager - PFI Contract (Facilities Management)

Location: Swindon (with travel to sites in Kent and South London)Salary: up to £44k DOE + car allowanceWorking Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pmHybrid Working: Up to 2 days Working from Home after probation

We are recruiting for an Assistant Commercial Manager to support the commercial management of several long-term PFI contracts within a facilities management environment. This role sits within an established commercial team and works closely with operational and finance colleagues to ensure effective cost control, contract compliance, and commercial performance across multiple public sector estates.

The position will support the commercial delivery of three PFI accounts covering secure and education estate facilities. These are long-term NEC3-based contracts involving both Hard and Soft FM services, with a particular focus on lifecycle upgrades, budgeting, and contract performance monitoring.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with PFI commercial experience who is looking to further develop their career within a structured commercial team managing complex service contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Commercial Manager in the day-to-day commercial management of long-term PFI contracts
• Assisting with cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Managing variations, change control, and compensation events in line with NEC3 contract mechanisms
• Supporting the administration and monitoring of lifecycle replacement programmes and capital upgrades
• Monitoring contract performance, KPIs, and payment mechanisms
• Assisting with subcontractor commercial management, including:
• Applications for payment
• Valuations
• Cost tracking and final accounts
• Preparing commercial reports and supporting client and internal governance processes
• Working closely with operational teams responsible for Hard and Soft Facilities Management services
• Supporting audits, benchmarking exercises, and contract reviews

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates must have prior experience working on PFI or PPP contracts.

Essential Experience

• Previous experience in a commercial, quantity surveying, or contract management role
• Proven experience working on PFI / PPP contracts
• Experience within Facilities Management or service-based infrastructure contracts
• Understanding of:
• Contract variations and change control
• Lifecycle cost management
• Commercial reporting and budgeting
• Strong analytical and financial management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with operational teams, subcontractors, and client stakeholders

Desirable Experience

• Knowledge of NEC3 contracts
• Experience working across Hard and Soft FM service delivery
• Degree or qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline

Location & Travel

The role is primarily based in Swindon, with occasional travel to additional contract locations in Kent and South London. Candidates must be able to attend the Swindon office regularly, particularly during the initial onboarding period.

Additional Information

This role offers the opportunity to work within a long-term public sector infrastructure environment, supporting the commercial performance of complex PFI service contracts across multiple sites. It would suit someone with existing PFI commercial experience looking to progress within facilities management and long-term service agreements.

Contact Coral at DCS Engineering to apply.

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