PFI Expiry Co-Ordinator - Hard FM

Serco Group plc; Wishaw; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider is seeking a PFI Hard FM Hand back Co‑ordinator to manage compliance with contractual obligations in hand back activities at University Hospital Wishaw. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in FM or related field and possess strong stakeholder communication skills to effectively manage relations with the NHS Board and consultants. This full-time role offers a salary of £45,000–£50,000 annually along with a company car and additional benefits.

Benefits

Company car

Contributory pension up to 6%

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Membership of a relevant professional body is a plus.
• Experience in Hard FM within a healthcare PFI project required.
• Ability to manage contract expiry and hand back phases.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of hand back activities.
• Act as contact point for hand back matters.
• Maintain the contract hand back programme.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret technical/contractual documentation

Familiarity with NHS Board processes

Proficient in CAFM systems

Strong stakeholder communication skills

Education

Degree/HND in FM, Engineering, Construction, or equivalent

Membership of IWFM, IHEEM, or similar

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

University Hospital Wishaw

Full time – Permanent, 37.5 hours per week.

£45,000–£50,000 per annum plus car and Serco benefits.

Serco is recruiting for a PFI Hard FM Hand back Co‑ordinator to join the team. This role will work with the Regional Hand back Manager to support Serco’s delivery of contractual obligations in the hand back of University Hospital Wishaw, and any other contracts identified, ensuring all works, documentation, and asset conditions meet the standards agreed with the SPV client and NHS customer.

Main Accountabilities

• Support the planning and execution of hand back activities, ensuring compliance with PFI contractual clauses.
• Work with Serco colleagues on lifecycle and backlog works, ensuring assets are compliant, safe, and fit for continued use.
• Act as the day‑to‑day point of contact for all hand back matters with the Serco site team, SPV, NHS Board, and consultants.
• Support the general activity and validation of condition surveys, ensuring works are documented and align with asset performance requirements.
• Maintain the contract hand back programme and risk register, tracking progress against milestones and escalating risks as needed.
• Ensure accurate and complete submission of hand back documentation, including O&M manuals, compliance certificates, and maintenance logs.
• Support as required with negotiations and technical dispute resolution on condition, compliance, or lifecycle issues.
• Report progress regularly to internal leadership and external stakeholders.

What You Will Need For The Role

Essential Qualifications

• Degree/HND in FM, Engineering, Construction, or equivalent.
• Membership of IWFM, IHEEM, or similar professional body.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 55000 or similar asset frameworks.
• Familiarity with healthcare‑specific standards (HTMs/SHTMs, HBNs, SFG20, CQC).

Essential Experience

• Hard FM experience within a healthcare PFI project.
• Experience with contract expiry/hand back phases.
• Demonstrated knowledge of lifecycle, compliance, and contract management.

Essential Skills & Knowledge

• Ability to read and interpret technical/contractual documentation.
• Familiarity with NHS Board processes or governance.
• Proficient in CAFM systems, Microsoft Office, and asset databases.
• Use of document control or compliance management tools.
• Strong stakeholder communication and negotiation skills.

Personal Attributes

• Detail‑oriented, organised, and deadline‑driven.
• Calm under pressure; able to manage sensitive issues diplomatically.
• Solution‑focused, with a proactive approach to problem solving.

What We Offer

• Company car.
• Up to 6 % contributory pension.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Annual leave purchase scheme.
• Access to the Serco benefits portal offering discounts across major high street brands in Retail, Leisure & Hospitality.
• Health and wellbeing support for you and your family, including an Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plans, free flu jabs, and more.
• Comprehensive career development opportunities, including role‑specific training, leadership coaching, and formal study to support your growth with Serco.
• A safe, inclusive, and supportive culture.
• A company passionate about diversity and inclusion.

About Serco

At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks – SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT & networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging.

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