MEP Interface Manager

Job Introduction

Reporting to the Senior MEP Design Manager, the Interface Manager is the primary point of contact for any interface with Others and leads the Interface & Integration within the MEP design for shafts and headhouses for Hs2 Main Works.

The MEP Interface Manager shall ensure that design co-ordination between relevant parties is correctly recorded, managed and resolved throughout the project lifecycle and the relevant interface documentation is maintained through accurate records in accordance with an Interface Management Plan.

Role Responsibility

• Responsible for administer the works in accordance with the Project Interface Management Plan and processes;
• Responsible for creating and maintaining the Interface Management Tools;
• Responsible for managing the interface and integration activities with Others including Consents and Third PartyStakeholders (Statutory Providers consisting of an MEP interface);
• Responsible for monitoring the progress of interface resolution;
• Responsible for organising cross-discipline design reviews and performing design reviews, as required, ensuring any gaps, amendments, changes or other are captured and properly followed up in the interface documentation
• Responsible for organising interface meetings with Others
• Responsible for supporting others within the team in regard to interfacing with Others;
• Responsible for agreeing and signing off Interface Control Documents (ICD) / Interface Requirements Specifications (IRS) / Detailed Interface Requirements (DIR) on behalf of the MEP Main works team;
• Responsible for leading IDRs;
• Ensuring proper communications are in place with both internal to SCS and external stakeholders;
• Identifying and reporting interface related risks as necessary;
• Management of an interface register and interface action tracker
• Controlling ‘Give and Get Matrices’ and supporting documents to record the flow of information between contracts.
• Updating and regular issuing of Interface Progress Reporting. This will be used to monitor the progress of Interface resolution through the tracking of interface documentation and major issues.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential:

• Degree level qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering (or related subject)
• Experience working for a contractor on a major infrastructure project
• Practical experience within MEP on large construction contracts
• Proactive in resolving problems and project result oriented
• Excellent scheduling, organizing and progress control. Ability to prioritise work in a high-pressure environment
• Enthusiastic team player, excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience across LUL, Network Rail, Crossrail
• Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, SharePoint).
• Relevant CSCS Card
• Strong understanding of Engineering Principles and CDM Regulations

Desirable

• On site experience of the delivery of MEP systems
• Extensive technical knowledge of construction techniques and best practices.
• Training in Health & Safety and Environmental management

About the Company

The role will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK’s new high speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK’s 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed services

The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds.

You’ll be a welcomed member of the wider team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibility, join one of our networks for women, military or LGBT+ staff, and participate in cultural and social events with the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador).

Your personal and professional development is important to us. We welcome a discussion about how we can support you with further study, or professional membership or attainment for example.

HS2 – working with Skanska, Costain and STRABAG, closely monitors job applications, to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. To ensure we are able to maintain this, and to recruit a diverse workforce, we require candidates to complete the diversity form as part of their application so we are able to monitor and improve our approach to diversity.  Please note, all responses are anonymous and we will not share any of your data with other parties. All data will be held securely, (as stated within the Data Protection Act 1998) and will be reported to HS2.

It is an SCSJV requirement that all employees, Design House,  and Supply Chains must implement and comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System with guidance for use”, OHSAS 18001:2017  Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System, Policies, Plans, Procedures and Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Venture ‘s operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are effectively implemented on the project. Develop a culture of safety on the project through the absolute commitment to the Zero Accidents target and ethos, and develops a wider awareness of quality, environmental issues and demonstrates commitment to achieve continual improvement and Zero tolerance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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