Interface Manager

Larsen & Toubro; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro in Chennai seeks an Interface Manager to plan, manage, and coordinate interfaces among Contractors, Subcontractors, Engineers, and Authorities. You will ensure timely information exchange, design alignment, construction synchronization, and risk-controlled integration through all project phases.

The role requires leading a dedicated interface team, managing design and construction interfaces, and ensuring compliance with project specifications, RAMS, and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in interface management for large-scale metro/rail/tunnel projects.
• Proven ability to coordinate across contractors, consultants, and authorities.
• Strong documentation control and information exchange discipline.

Responsibilities

• Act as single point of contact for all technical interface issues.
• Establish and maintain Interface Management Plan, Program, and Coordination Sheets.
• Lead interface meetings, prepare minutes, and track actions across packages.

Skills

Interface management

Coordination

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Multidisciplinary integration

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Mechanical or Electrical

Tools

CSD/SEM/DRD drawings

BIM

RAMS

Job description

• Role PurposeThe Interface Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and coordinating all interface activities between the Contractor, Subcontractors, Interfacing Contractors, Primary Contractor, Utility Agencies, Statutory Authorities, Consultants, and the Engineer.The role ensures timely information exchange, design alignment, construction synchronization, and risk?free integration across all phases—design, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover.




• Key ResponsibilitiesA. Interface Management & CoordinationFunction as single point of contact for all technical and interface?related issues with the Client, Engineer, Primary Contractor, Consultants, Subcontractors, OEM/Supplier, Existing utility agencies, Statutory body and Government Authorities.Establish, implement, and maintain:Interface Management Plan (IMP)Interface Management Program (IMPG)Interface Coordination Plan (CIP)Interface Coordination Sheets (ICS)Interface Specifications (IS)Primary Contractor (PC)Coordinate all design, technical, planning, and construction interfaces across packages and disciplines.Ensure interfaces are identified, documented, tracked, monitored, and closed on time.B. Information Exchange & Documentation ControlReview project scope, design deliverables, and construction plans to identify interface dependencies.Collect, verify, and transmit information between interfacing parties in a timely manner.Maintain:Interface registersUpdated CSD, SEM, DRD drawingsMeeting minutes, correspondence, and action logsMonthly Progress Reports (MPR)Submission of project progress report to the Engineer, as per contract.C. Stakeholder Meetings & LiaisonConduct and lead internal/external interface meetings with Primary Contractor, Consultants, OEM/supplier, Engineers, and Existing utility agencies.Organize video/tele?conferences for multidisciplinary design and interface alignment.Prepare and distribute meeting minutes, attendance lists, and action trackers.Maintain strong working relationships with Clients, Primary Contractor, Statutory approval organization, Government agencies and project teams.D. Issue Resolution & GovernanceIdentify interface conflicts early and propose engineering/sequence?based solutions.Resolve or elevate disagreements regarding design, responsibilities, or site access requirements.Support the Engineer in clarifying contractual interface responsibilities.Monitor interface risks, variation, design changes, and potential impacts on schedule or cost.




• Design Interface ResponsibilitiesDevelop design?stage IMP including information cut?off dates.Coordinate design data exchange between Primary Contractor, Consultants, OEM/Supplier, and internal engineering teams.Review, integrate, and finalize:Combined Services Drawings (CSD)Structural & E&M Drawings (SEM)Detailed Routing Drawings (DRD)Builder’s work requirementsPreliminary Design, Detail Design & Construction Design EngineeringAs-builts DesignSubmit design packages with joint design?coordination statements ensuring inter?package alignment.




• Construction Interface ResponsibilitiesCoordinate all construction interfaces from mobilization to handover.Ensure synchronization for:Cableways, duct banks, trenchesOpenings, penetrations, embedded items, plinths, supports.MEP works, systems installation, and civil provisions.Manage site access, delivery routes, logistics, workspace, scaffolding, lifting equipment, and temporary facilities.Resolve construction issues, clashes, missing provisions, and safety related constraints.Expedite field interface activities to prevent delays and ensure sequencing alignment with Primary Contractor, Statutory approval organization, Government agencies and existing utility agencies.Coordinate with Existing utility service owners.




• Testing, Commissioning & HandoverCoordinate testing and commissioning activities across interfacing parties.Ensure compliance with performance, integrity, and integration test requirements.Validate readiness for system?wide commissioning prior to final handover.Ensure submission of “As?Constructed” CSD, SEM, and interface drawings.




• Leadership & Team ManagementLead a dedicated Interface Coordination Team stationed at the project site.Plan, track, and monitor progress of design and site interface activities.Ensure timely identification of delays and implement corrective actions.Develop team capability to deliver Primary Contractor ?related interface needs.




• Compliance, Contractual & System RequirementsEnsure adherence to Employer’s Requirements, contract conditions, and Primary Contractor specifications.Manage interface compliance with statutory agencies, utilities, and Government & other approval authorities.Maintain documentation systems for interface hazards, RAMS, and safety?critical interfaces.




• Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical and Electrical.12-18 years’ experience in Metro/Rail/ Tunnel Infrastructure projects.Minimum 5 years in Interface Management, Systems Coordination, or Multidisciplinary Integration.Hands?on experience with CSD/SEM/DRD drawings, BIM, and interface documentation systems.




• Technical & Behavioral CompetenciesTechnical SkillsStrong knowledge of multidisciplinary engineering processes.Expertise in IMP, IMPG, CIP, ICS, CSD, SEM, DRD.Familiarity with Primary Contractor systemsElectrical: HT & LT Power, UPS, DG, CCTV, Tunnel integrated control system, Emergency Call system, Automatic Fare collection, Traffic Management, GPS & GNSS, PAVA, SCADA, ACS, BMS, Multiple Car level parking,Mechanical: Tunnel Ventilation, Environmental Control Systems, HVAC, Fire Fighting, Gas Suppression, Plumbing, Drainage, Safety Equipment’s & Signages, other MEP related activities.Review of Technical Submittal and O&M Manual.Knowledge of RAMS, hazard management, testing & commissioning.Excellent coordination, communication, stakeholder management skills.Strong analytical, problem?solving, and negotiation skills.Ability to work under pressure in multi?contract environments.On?time submission and approval of IMP, IMPG, CIP, Zero construction delays due to interface failures.Timely closure of interface issues.High accuracy and completeness of interface documentation.Positive audit outcomes from the Engineer.