Interface Manager – Infrastructure

Job title:

Interface Manager – Infrastructure

Company

Turner & Townsend

Job description

Company DescriptionFrom the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programmes covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.With offices located globally, you’re never far away from our services. Working from 113 offices in 46 countries, we make the difference to projects across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors worldwide.At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 130 countries worldwide.Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.Job Description

• Key role in a project matrix organization, with functional report to the Functional Lead Interface Management and hierarchical report to the Delivery directors
• Focuses on the ways in which various contracts, stakeholders and advisors interface and collaborate within the project with the aim to identify interfaces and address these in the best for project manner
• The interface manager also regularly assesses any interface risks and defines actions to mitigate these
• Review and consider the Interface Agreement currently being developed and its impact on the development of the rail project interface strategy, and where necessary consider, suggest and implement any changes required to both the project interface strategy and the Interface Agreement to ensure the successful delivery of the major project.
• Coordinate the inputs and manage the interface with any external stakeholders as it is delivered and in line with any agreements in place between the client and the external stakeholders
• Identify all key interfaces and ensure effective management arrangements are in place to ensure the scope of the interface is clearly defined, understood and that boundaries between interfacing work packages are clear on responsibilities / ownership
• Coordinate all projects / work packages and maintain effective communications with interfacing stakeholders to achieve required delivery requirements
• Plan and execute in accordance with all HSSEQ, scope, time and cost parameters
• Oversee, where required, the physical site security of the client’s operations (e.g., security guards, CCTV etc.).
• Provide technical guidance and support to the interface team in managing an efficient delivery for the client
• Coordinate with the wider project teams for works in progress, agreeing specifications and standards, construction supervision and testing requirements, providing recommendations for final acceptance of completed works
• Provide input into the relevant project management processes and procedures
• Ensure clear coordination with other aspects of the projects (e.g., electrical, mechanical, architectural, structural design) to ensure interfaces are functional

QualificationsExperience

• 10 years’ experience with at least 5 years’ experience interface management / construction management / project management experience in high value metro rail projects or projects of a similar scale and complexity
• Further demonstrated experience / knowledge of the following is required:

• Managing delivery planning of projects through the project lifecycle from concept to handover
• Managing integration of complex projects
• Managing contractor, consultants and other advisors throughout large and complex construction projects, in a regulated environment (including NEC contracts)
• Delivering within regulated and unionised environments
• Driving and leading a positive safety culture
• Working within safety critical and regulated environments
• Driving best practice in technical activities, processes, policies and standards
• Dealing with a range of stakeholders at all levels across the organisation influencing the improvement of process and providing guidance to support project delivery and reporting

Additionally, the Interface Manager will be required to possess the following skills:

• Ability to manage multiple technical requirements and teams within a construction environment
• Ability to manage technical outputs to drive efficiency
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to create a collaborative culture across the project team
• Ability to govern and drive outcomes to ensure high quality service delivery
• Ability to deal with and resolving unforeseen risks and issues
• Excellent stakeholder negotiation and management skills

Formal Education Qualifications

• Minimum Level 8 degree (or equivalent) in relevant subject area e.g., engineering, construction, project management
• Level 9 Masters in relevant field would be advantageous (or equivalent masters)

Practicing / Training / Compliance Certification

• Six Sigma or equivalent preferable

Professional Memberships

• SCSI / RICS, CIOB, IEI or similar, CIArb

Additional InformationWhat we offer you:

• Full time
• Competitive remuneration and attractive range of benefits
• 8% Pension
• 25 days Annual leave (23 days + 2 company days)
• Opportunity to work on impactful and innovative projects
• Career development opportunities both in Ireland and globally
• Opportunity to work with a diverse group of talented and collaborative colleagues

Additional InformationOur inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.Please find out more about us at#LI-SF1SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.

Expected salary

Location

Dublin

Job date

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 23:48:49 GMT

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