Lifecycle Lead
Building a sustainable tomorrow
BAM FM is recruiting a Life Cycle Lead to lead the Lifecycle team and processes for all of the BAM FM PFI/PPP projects. This role will lead and liaise closely with the existing Lifecycle Managers and Lifecycle support functions to ensure that all aspects of the Lifecycle process are managed to a high standard and in line with contract requirements.
The role will be a hybrid role based from a regional BAM office and working from home, the candidate should expect frequent visits to our PFI/PPP contracts and other BAM offices in the UK.
The job holder will be responsible for managing lifecycle annual (short), medium and long term lifecycle works and forecasting, liaising with SPV managers (and TAs) to coordinate and ensure all contractual aspects of the Lifecycle processes are delivered.
• Ensuring that all planned Lifecycle works are being delivered within the correct timeframes and to the correct legislative standards.
• Lead lifecycle working capital management.
• Targeting to reduce the time between the completion of the Lifecycle work and the submission of the applications and payment of invoices to the SPV.
• The role will also include preparing and completing PFI/PPP hand-back arrangements before contract expiry.
• As part of the commercial discipline, the candidate will have accountability and responsibility to increase value, reduce cost, drive profit and manage risk in a safe and ethical manner.
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• Ensuring that Lifecycle plans are continually updated and reflective of the true contemporary position, delivering consistent high quality lifecycle plans to the SPV and Funder TA’s.
• Clearly articulate and explain- Expenditure, Cost Deferred Amounts and Surplus in annual and cumulative plans for each contract.
• Establish the forecast future Lifecycle expenditure based on survey results and historic expenditure/wear and tear.
• To ensure that we are providing no more or less than we are contractually bound to do.
• Prepare annual and 5 yearly plans for TA / SPV approval.
• Record accurately for the client and stakeholders the drawdowns against the lifecycle fund and to ensure that all contractual obligations are met.
• Work closely with the Operational and Financial Teams to guide them in consequence management- including cost benefit analysis.
• To establish a robust position throughout the contract period (incl plans for ‘handback’ at the end of the contract periods).
• Play a leading and pivotal part in the regular review of every contract in the PFI portfolio to assess future expenditure and maintenance cost, this will require the ability to both survey existing building fabrics, working with subcontractors and third parties to build up year by year future assessments of replacements and maintenance.
• Lead lifecycle forecast process. To cost out and work up lifecycle forecasts for monthly, quarterly and annual operating plans and coordinate with Operation Managers and Commercial Managers.
• Produce clear and unambiguous reporting for the Commercial Managers, regional and site based FM teams to be used in decision making.
• Be an integral part of the team managing the PFI portfolio - including time on the contracts working with the FM onsite teams, SPV and other corporate teams (incl energy managers and sustainability team) to deliver the optimum corporate and service performance.
• Organise lifecycle expenditure programmes working closely with operational FM teams, SPV and customers to organise programmes, works and assist with the commercial and operational teams in selecting subcontractors.
• To be proactive in sorting issues and taking a leading active role in seeking solutions directly with Operational Managers and supply-chain.
• To ensure we have a robust system for capturing and recording asset data so assets and facility records are kept up to date and in the event of a dispute we can recall historical information accurately.
• Coordinate applications for payment and liaise with TA and SPV accordingly.
• Manage lifecycle forecast and financial position. Manage work with the Commercial and Finance teams; manage monthly, quarterly and annual forecasting and for resolving any queries, challenges and disputes.
What’s in it for you?
In addition to an attractive salary we offer a significant benefits package including an electric car or car allowance, contributory pension, BUPA, life assurance, 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays), gym subsidy, BAM social club membership and many more exciting benefits.
What do you bring to the role?
• Previously Managed Lifecycle funds (Ideally to include contracts with the risk on the Lifecycle fund).
• Experience of leading teams within the FM - PFI sector.
• Experience in financial forecasting and management of budgets.
• Commercially focused / experience is commercial contracts.
• A proactive approach to process and team improvement.
• Excellent communication and IT skills.
• Recognised building/technical qualifications.
• Flexible and able to travel within the UK when required – essential.
About BAM
BAM FM is one of the UK's leading facilities management companies, providing a wide range of services to essential public services and major commercial organisations. Our aim is to improve your efficiency, reduce your carbon footprint and enhance wellbeing for your service users. We design and deliver better services across the education, healthcare, retail and commercial sectors.
Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.
We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.
The application process
BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you. For more information or an informal conversation about this opportunity, please contact Sue Stacey, Recruiter: s.stacey@bam.com "Join us in Making Possible".
Closing date for applications in Monday 10th November 2025.
