Chief Financial Officer, Sheffield

A privately-backed infrastructure and construction services business needs a CFO who can operate in a cash-sensitive environment, stabilise performance, and help build something worth owning. The situation The business operates across multiple service lines in the UK infrastructure sector. It's in a performance recovery phase - cash discipline, forecasting credibility, and project-level financial control are the immediate priorities. The medium-term goal is profitable growth and a strong value creation story. The CFO will report to the CEO and sit on the executive leadership team.What you'll be doing Own the cash position Liquidity headroom, lender relationships, working capital discipline Fix the forecasting Short and medium-term, credible, and trusted by the board Get proper visibility on project performance Cost-to-complete, margin, commercial risk Partner with operational leaders to drive accountability, not just report on itLead the finance function through a period of change Capability, not just compliance Support refinancing, investor reporting, and future exit preparation What we need from you Real experience in contracting, construction, infrastructure, or utilities, this is non-negotiable You've worked in a leveraged, cash-constrained, or turnaround environment beforeOperationally hands-on Credible with lenders and boards #J-18808-Ljbffr