Interface Manager

Overview

The Interface Manager will oversee and coordinate all technical, construction, stakeholder, utility, and operational interfaces to ensure seamless integration among bridge structures, roadways, utility diversions, traffic management, public realm elements, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Project Interface Management Plan aligned with project standards and client requirements.
• Set up interface management procedures, protocols, and governance frameworks.
• Identify, define, and manage project interfaces throughout the lifecycle, maintaining comprehensive Interface Registers and Matrices.
• Promote timely resolution of interface challenges and facilitate effective communication among stakeholders.
• Coordinate engineering, design, construction, and controls teams for smooth project delivery.
• Analyze design outputs to identify potential interface risks and conflicts, conducting multidisciplinary coordination workshops.
• Track design changes and mitigate clashes impacting bridges, roadways, utilities, and transport infrastructure.
• Oversee utility relocation and protection efforts, ensuring integration with schedules and construction plans.
• Facilitate technical reviews and approvals involving utilities.
• Manage traffic and operational interfaces related to bridge construction, aligning construction staging with traffic management strategies and coordinating with transportation authorities.
• Administer interfaces between ongoing construction and live operational road networks, supporting mobility management plans.
• Identify and manage interface risks, maintaining Risk Registers and mitigation actions, escalating critical issues as needed.
• Oversee sequencing, access, and coordination among contractors during construction to prevent impacts on adjacent works.
• Support testing, commissioning, and handover phases by coordinating system readiness, operational integration, and closure of interface requirements.
• Produce weekly and monthly reports on interface management, tracking KPIs and project performance indicators.
• Ensure all interface activities comply with health, safety, and environmental standards, encouraging safe coordination and supporting sustainability goals.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Transportation Engineering, or related fields.
• Master's degree in Project Management, Infrastructure Management, or Engineering Management preferred.
• Professional certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 highly preferred.
• Membership with recognized engineering professional bodies is advantageous.
• 12-15 years of experience in large-scale infrastructure and transportation projects.
• At least 7 years in interface management, design-construction integration, or project coordination roles.
• Strong background managing interfaces on multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Experience in Saudi Arabia and GCC projects is highly valued.
• Familiarity working with clients, government bodies, PMCs, consultants, and large contractors.

Skills and Competencies

• Expertise in stakeholder engagement and interface management.
• Strong organizational, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication, negotiation, and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to oversee multiple contractors and project packages simultaneously.
• Proactive risk identification and mitigation skills.

Behavioral Traits

• Strategic thinking with a proactive approach.
• Leadership and influence skills.
• Collaborative team player in dynamic environments.
• Attention to detail and high accountability.
• Results-oriented focus on achieving project goals.

Rewards and Benefits

• Income exempt from tax.
• Life and medical insurance coverage.
• Accumulated annual leave benefits.
• Participation in company gratuity schemes and discretionary bonus programs.
• Annual travel allowance for flights.
• Housing and transportation allowances provided.
• Access to a comprehensive Employee Wellbeing Program offering support for financial, legal, family care, health, fitness, and nutrition needs around the clock.

About AtkinsRéalis

AtkinsRéalis is a leading global engineering services and nuclear organization that integrates people, data, and technology to transform infrastructure and energy systems worldwide. Working together with industry partners and a global team of experts, they lead efforts to engineer better futures for the planet and its communities.