Company DescriptionTurner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.
Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.
Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.
We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.comJob DescriptionThe Interface Manager shall be responsible for the management of all interface activities in line with the overall planning and logistics management process for the project, assuming responsibility for the development of logistics, construction integration and security strategy for the project. The role holder will lead on all the aspects of interface coordination and security as well as construction integration in both the pre-construction phase and construction and delivery phase of the major project where required.The Interface Manager will coordinate with the heads of the functions in the establishment of the Development and Delivery function, providing support in cross functional integration and ensuring there is an efficient interface between various stakeholders where appropriate.Support the Directorate in the development of the interface strategy which covers the entire project lifecycle, identifying, planning and documenting how the various contracts, systems and stakeholders shall interface and collaborate during the delivery of the project, including the Major Infrastructure Contracts and other Core ContractsReview and consider the Interface Agreement currently being developed by the client and its impact on the development of the 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.Ensure that relevant departments within the commission are consulted when reviewing and developing the interface strategy and Interface Agreement, particularly where there are issues with external stakeholder and/or points of integration with other projects and programmesShare, communicate and collaborate with the Project Delivery Partner in the implementation of the interface strategyCoordinate the inputs and manage the interface with any external stakeholders (for example Dublin City Council, Fingal County Council, National Transport Authority, Dublin Airport Authority, ESB Networks, CIE, Irish Rail etc.) as the project is delivered and in line with any agreements in place between organization and the external stakeholdersIdentify 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 / ownershipCoordinate all projects / work packages and maintain effective communications with interfacing stakeholders to achieve required delivery requirementsPlan and execute in accordance with all HSSEQ, scope, time and cost parametersOversee, where required, the physical site security of operations (e.g., security guards, CCTV etc.).Provide technical guidance and support to the interface team in managing an efficient delivery of the projectCoordinate 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 worksProvide input into the relevant project management processes and proceduresEnsure clear coordination with other aspects of the projects (e.g., electrical, mechanical, architectural, structural design) to ensure interfaces are functionalQualificationsMinimum Level 8 degree (or equivalent) in relevant subject area e.g., engineering, construction, project managementLevel 9 Masters in relevant field would be advantageous (or equivalent masters)Professional Memberships: SCSI / RICS, CIOB, IEI or similar, CIArbSix Sigma or equivalent preferableExperience & SkillsManaging integration of complex projectsManaging contractor, consultants and other advisors throughout large and complex construction projects, in a regulated environment (including NEC contracts)Delivering within regulated and unionised environmentsDriving and leading a positive safety cultureWorking within safety critical and regulated environments such as metro / railDriving best practice in technical activities, processes, policies and standardsDealing with a range of stakeholders at all levels across the organisation influencing the improvement of process and providing guidance to support project delivery and reportingAdditionally, the Interface Manager will be required to possess the following skills:Ability to manage multiple technical requirements and teams within a construction environmentAbility to manage technical outputs to drive efficiencyExcellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skillsAbility to create a collaborative culture across the project teamAbility to govern and drive outcomes to ensure high quality service deliveryAbility to deal with and resolving unforeseen risks and issuesExcellent stakeholder negotiation and management skillsAdditional InformationWhat we offer you:Full timeCompetitive remuneration and attractive range of benefits8% Pension25 days Annual leave (23 days + 2 company days)Opportunity to work on impactful and innovative projectsCareer development opportunities both in Ireland and globallyOpportunity to work with a diverse group of talented and collaborative colleaguesOur 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.#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: TwitterInstagramLinkedInIt 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: TwitterInstagramLinkedIn
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.