Variation & Lifecycle Manager

Variation and Lifecycle Fund Manager

Contract: Healthcare
Location: Durham, DL14 6AD
Hours of Work: 37.5
Contract Type: Permanent

Our client, a leading provider of facilities services in the UK, is seeking a Variation and Lifecycle Fund Manager to oversee the delivery of variation works and lifecycle projects within a healthcare environment.

This is a vital role responsible for managing projects from initial scoping through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with healthcare and statutory standards. The position requires a strong technical understanding, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage financial controls while coordinating multiple stakeholders.

The successful candidate will provide expert support to service teams and client representatives, ensuring that all works meet required performance, quality, and compliance benchmarks. You will maintain accurate project documentation, oversee subcontractor performance, and ensure that all variation and lifecycle activity is delivered on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of Variation and Life Cycle project delivery within a healthcare environment.
• Ensure full compliance with Health and Safety legislation, CDM regulations, and all relevant Healthcare Technical Memoranda.
• Oversee financial control, including budget management, forecasting, and reporting cost pressures.
• Liaise with design teams and lead on quoting and delivering contract variations and lifecycle works.
• Procure subcontractors and materials, compile quotes, approve RAMS, and manage associated documentation.
• Maintain accurate records for monthly reporting, forecasts, and purchase summaries.
• Ensure timely delivery of projects and establish planned maintenance regimes for new assets within CAFM systems.
• Build and maintain communication with key stakeholders, including Service Managers and client representatives, ensuring smooth project delivery.
• Act as Authorised Person for designated technical disciplines and ensure statutory compliance for Hard FM activities on site.

Person Specification

• Several years of technical management experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial procedures, including KPI and WOR reporting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret complex information and interrogate data effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project) and AutoCAD.
• Highly organised with strong numeracy and budget management skills.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and healthcare compliance standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.