Head of Asset Management (HOA001)

Foreground is partnering with a leading regional infrastructure investment group to appoint a Head of Asset Management .

The organization invests in, owns, and operates long-term infrastructure and PPP assets developed in collaboration with public-sector stakeholders. The group is well-capitalised, active across multiple infrastructure sectors, and focused on disciplined, long-term value creation.

Role Overview

The Head of Asset Management will be responsible for the financial, operational, and commercial performance of a portfolio of infrastructure assets across construction and operational phases.

This is a senior leadership role requiring deep PPP experience, strong commercial judgement, and the ability to manage complex stakeholder environments while protecting and enhancing investor returns.

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio & Strategic Asset Management

• Define and execute the asset management strategy to maximise value and risk-adjusted returns
• Lead portfolio planning, performance reviews, and value optimisation initiatives
• Provide strategic insight to executive leadership and the Board, with a focus on IRR protection and enhancement
  
  
  

Construction & Transition Oversight

• Oversee construction-phase performance, including cost control, schedule adherence, and delivery milestones
• Act as senior interface with Independent Engineers, lenders, and technical advisors
• Ensure effective transition from development into steady-state operations
  
  
  

Operational & Performance Management

• Monitor compliance with concession agreements and regulatory requirements
• Track financial, technical, and operational KPIs across the full PPP lifecycle
• Oversee O&M contractors, driving performance delivery, efficiency, and cost discipline
  
  
  

Commercial & Financial Management

• Maintain oversight of financial models, budgets, forecasts, and long-term projections
• Monitor lender covenants and financing obligations
• Identify refinancing and capital optimisation opportunities during the operational phase
• Lead contractual claims, compensation events, and dispute avoidance strategies
  
  
  

Governance, Risk & Stakeholder Management

• Ensure robust governance frameworks, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance
• Lead portfolio-wide risk management initiatives
• Act as senior point of contact with government authorities, JV partners, lenders, and contractors
• Oversee JV arrangements and ensure timely reporting to internal stakeholders
  
  
  

Reporting & Decision Support

• Establish structured reporting across asset performance, risk, and financial health
• Present regular updates to executive leadership, Boards, and investment partners
• Enable data-driven decision-making across the portfolio
  
  
  

Team Leadership

• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing asset management team
• Embed strong commercial discipline, accountability, and performance culture
  
  
  

Candidate Profile

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Finance, Business, or a related discipline; Masters preferred
• 10–15+ years experience in infrastructure asset management, project finance, or PPP environments
• Proven experience managing assets under PPP structures (e.g. BOO, BOOT, DBFO)
• Full lifecycle exposure from construction through steady-state operations
• Direct engagement with lenders, authorities, and public-sector stakeholders
• Strong understanding of concession frameworks, financial structuring, O&M performance, and risk management
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams