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Job Description Role: Assistant Commercial ManagerLocation: Watford (or Swindon)Salary: 41k - 44k + car / car allowanceWe are working with a leading facilities management company who are seeking an experienced Assistant Commercial Manager on their blue light contract. This is a key role within the commercial team, working closely with operational and finance colleagues to ensure robust cost control, compliance, and commercial performance across both Hard and Soft services.You will support the commercial management of a long-term PFI contract.Responsibilities:Support the Commercial Manager in the day-to-day commercial management of the NEC PFI contractAssist with cost management, forecasting, budgeting, and financial reportingManage and administer variations, change control, and compensation events in line with PFI contractual mechanismsMonitor performance against KPIs, payment mechanisms, and lifecycle obligationsAssist with subcontractor management, including valuations, applications for payment, and final accountsEnsure commercial compliance with contract terms, governance requirements, and company proceduresSupport audits, benchmarking exercises, and client reportingWork collaboratively with operational teams across both Hard and Soft FM servicesEssential Qualifications:Proven experience working on PFI contractsStrong understanding of Facilities Management, covering both Hard and Soft servicesExperience in a commercial or quantity surveying role within FMKnowledge of payment mechanisms, change control, and lifecycle cost managementStrong analytical, numerical, and reporting skillsAbility to communicate effectively with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholdersDegree or qualification in Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related disciplineWorking knowledge of NEC and PFI contracts