Interface Manager

Mace; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy based in Westminster seeks an experienced individual with over 10 years in the operational rail environment. The role involves managing stakeholder relations with Network Rail and overseeing major construction projects. The ideal candidate is educated in engineering or construction and possesses strong project management skills. This position encourages flexible and hybrid working arrangements as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in an operational rail environment.
• Experience with major construction projects.
• Proven expertise in managing interfaces and team coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead contact for Network Rail Capital Delivery and project teams.
• Ensure project alignment with client requirements.
• Manage asset protection activities and emergency incidents.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in engineering or construction discipline

Job description

Responsibilities

• Acting as the main point of contact with Network Rail Capital Delivery, ASPRO and Station Operations functions, and establishing strong working relationships with key stakeholders.
• Providing subject matter expert advice, guidance and direction to the wider project team in relation to Network Rail.
• Ensuring all project processes and procedures for delivering works with Network Rail are fully aligned to client requirements.
• Supporting Design Consultants in managing technical interfaces and integration with adjacent programmes of works by producing Interface Control Documents and other technical outputs.
• Chairing planning and coordination meetings between Network Rail and project construction teams.
• Managing possessions and station access requests as required.
• Identifying and managing all activities that require asset or infrastructure protection and monitoring.
• Acting as the main point of contact for any emergency incidents involving NR operations.
• Excellent project management and coordination skills in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Strong understanding of Network Rail processes and procedures, particularly in an operational station environment.
• Knowledge and experience of infrastructure processes and procedures, including GRIP and PACE.
• Knowledge and experience of NR engineering assurance (NR/L2/CIV/003, NR/L2/INI/02009 and NR/L2/INI/P3M/101).
• Ability to collaborate effectively and think creatively to resolve issues.

Behavioural Competencies

• Results driven.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.
• Works well within a team and demonstrates cooperation and collaboration.
• Builds trust.

Qualifications, Certifications & Experience

• Minimum of 10 years' experience working in an operational rail environment.
• Previous experience of working on major construction projects.
• Educated to degree level in engineering or construction discipline, or equivalent experience in major projects or asset management.
• Previous experience in a similar role with aligned responsibilities and accountabilities.

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our Construct business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project. Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.