PFI Expiry Lead in Wishaw

Overview

PFI Expiry Lead – Up to £90,000 per annum plus company car or allowance, company bonus and private medical cover. Covering University of Wishaw and Langlands Hospital (3-4 days Wishaw/1 day at Langlands). Permanent/Full time. Join us at Serco as a Strategic Leader in Healthcare Transformation.

We are seeking an experienced professional to lead and manage the strategic planning, coordination, and delivery of activities associated with the expiry of the Private Finance Initiative (PFI) contract for our hospitals. This pivotal role ensures compliance with contractual obligations, safeguards organisational interests, and secures a seamless transition to post-PFI arrangements—all while maintaining continuity of patient care and operational services. You will deliver a service that meets and exceeds customer expectations by effectively fulfilling Service Level Agreements and contractual commitments. Your expertise will contribute to the financial success and ongoing growth of the services provided under the Serco contract, ensuring operational excellence and compliance at every stage. Reporting directly to the Operations Director, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare delivery.

Main Accountabilities

• Strategic Leadership
  • Develop and implement the PFI Expiry strategy aligned with NHS Scotland guidance and local objectives
  • Act as the senior point of contact for all matters relating to PFI expiry, engaging with internal stakeholders, contractors, and external advisors
• Contractual Compliance & Risk Management
  • Interpret and apply PFI contract terms to ensure compliance during the Expiry process
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with asset condition, lifecycle obligations, and service continuity
  • Oversee dispute resolution and negotiation where required
• Technical & Operational Oversight
  • Oversee the delivery of asset condition survey outputs and ensure maintenance works are completed to contractual standards
  • Coordinate technical due diligence and validation of contractor obligations
  • Ensure estates, facilities, and clinical teams are prepared for operational changes post-expiry
• Stakeholder Engagement & Governance
  • Chair Expiry working groups and report progress to senior leadership and governance boards
  • Liaise with external parties associated with Expiry (Scottish Government, NHS boards, legal advisors, auditors) to ensure transparency and compliance
  • Monitor financial implications of Expiry activities, including residual value assessments and settlement agreements
  • Support development of future operating models and procurement strategies for post-PFI service delivery

What you’ll need to do the role

• Full driving licence
• Able to pass PGV Clearance
• Strong understanding of PFI contractual frameworks and expiry processes
• Significant experience in estates/facilities management within healthcare or large-scale infrastructure
• Experience in stakeholder engagement at senior levels
• In-depth knowledge of PFI contracts, lifecycle obligations, and asset management
• Strong commercial and financial acumen
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to interpret technical reports and legal documentation
• Competent in risk management and compliance assurance
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical capability
• Resilient and adaptable under pressure

Desirable

• Degree in Estates Management, Facilities Management, Engineering, or related discipline
• Professional membership (e.g., MRICS, MCIOB, IWFM)
• Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM)
• Proven track record of managing complex project delivery, contractual transitions or Expiry projects
• Previous involvement in PFI expiry or similar contractual Expiry in the public sector
• Experience of working within NHS Scotland governance frameworks
• Highly organised with attention to detail
• Strong communicator and influencer across multiple stakeholder groups
• Commitment to NHS values and patient-centred service delivery

What we offer

• Company car or cash alternative
• Company bonus
• Private Medical cover
• Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Holidays: 25 days\\\’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Training and development: Wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and focus on internal progression
• Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, healthline, wellbeing app, cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, and leisure centre discounts
• Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers
• Employee networks: Dedicated networks for support, collaboration, and community
• Charity: Paid volunteering day and payroll giving options