PFI / Estates Contracts and Performance Manager

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS FT

Exciting Opportunity: PFI / Estates Contract and Performance Manager

Band: NHS genda for Change Band 8B (c£62k - £72k dependent on experience)

Location: Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS FoundationTrust

Are you ready to lead, innovate, and make a meaningful impact on healthcare? Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) is seeking an experienced and dynamic PFI / Estates Contract and Performance Manager to oversee and optimise our critical Estates and Facilities contracts. If you have a passion for delivering excellence, driving efficiencies, and shaping the future of healthcare estates management, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

This pivotal role places you at the helm of two major contracts:

• A Private Finance Initiative (PFI) at Calderdale Royal Hospital (CRH)
• A partnership with our wholly owned subsidiary Calderdale and Huddersfield Solutions Ltd (CHS), managing services at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary (HRI) and various community properties.

You will be instrumental in ensuring these contracts consistently meet and exceed performance standards, safeguarding the quality of care and hospital environments. You will take the lead in providing commercial and financial governance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and adapting services to support the Trust’s ambitious reconfiguration plans. You will also be the Trust lead on the transfer of PFI Soft FM contracts to CHS in 2028, and Hard FM services in 2031.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the lead expert, managing contract performance, cultivating strong relationships with partners, and ensuring full compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Drive value for money through innovation, change management, and process improvement.
• Support the reconfiguration of services, including transitioning from existing PFI contracts to new service models, ensuring a seamless experience for staff, patients, and stakeholders.
• Lead the Service Performance Team, developing talent and promoting a culture of excellence.

Why Join Us?

At CHFT, we pride ourselves on creating an environment where talented professionals can thrive. Here’s what we offer:

• Innovation at Scale: Lead transformative projects such as the handback of PFI assets and development of new service models.
• Meaningful Work: Your contributions will directly enhance patient care, operational efficiency, and sustainability across the Trust.
• Supportive Culture: Join a diverse and collaborative team, committed to professional development and delivering outstanding results.

About You

We’re seeking an accomplished leader with:

• Proven experience in managing large-scale PFI or outsourced contracts in estates or facilities management.
• A strong track record of delivering commercial, financial, and operational results in a healthcare or private-sector setting.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and foster collaboration across complex stakeholder groups.
• A passion for innovation, sustainability, and making a tangible impact on healthcare outcomes.

Who We Are

CHFT employs over 6,500 dedicated staff, supported by nearly 150 volunteers, delivering exceptional care across Calderdale Royal Hospital, Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, and community sites. We are proud to serve our diverse community with compassion and innovation, always striving to meet the evolving needs of our patients and partners.

For further information, please contact our retained recruitment partner Jonathan Phillips of Seymour John Ltd on 07817 988490 or jp@seymourjohn.com