Integration and Interface Manager

Company Description

Finding solutions to climate change is the priority of the 21st century, and means switching to low-carbon energy. At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. To achieve this, our 7,000 Switchers combine their historical engineering expertise and project management with digital technologies.

In our 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Asia) of operation, we are working on the production and distribution of low-carbon electricity, through the development of nuclear and renewable energies. We are also supporting the modernisation and development of energy grids, managing the setup and siting for new transmission and distribution networks, and using hydrogen to decarbonise the transport and industry sectors.

Job Description

• Identifies and manage interfaces between various project components, ensuring smooth integration.
• Mitigates risks associated with interface points and develops contingency plans.
• Ensures that interface agreements are established between teams, clearly defining responsibilities and expectations (RACI Matrix).
• Develops and implements a comprehensive integration strategy for the city-wide infrastructure project.
• Works closely with designers (LDI and LDCs).
• Collaborates with project teams to define integration points and dependencies.
• Develops the Interface Management Plan including RACI Matrix, Risk Register and Communication protocols.
• Identifies and managing key risks related to interfaces is a critical aspect of their work.
• Ensures that the interface management process functions effectively within the project area.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to understand their requirements and expectations.
• Fosters collaboration among different departments, agencies, and contractors involved in the project.
• Handles and resolves interface issues to avoid delays and budget increase.
• Identifies and manages interfaces between various project components, ensuring smooth integration.
• Works closely with technical teams to ensure that integration solutions meet project specifications and standards.
  

Qualifications

• 15 years’ of relevant experience with knowledge in roads, wet and dry utilities power generation and distribution, and water resource management.
• Proven experience in interface management for large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Minimal 15 years of engineering experience with at least 7 years in project management
• Proven work experience as an Interface Manager or similar role
• Analytical skills for evaluating information carefully and solving complex problems.
• Communication skills for overseeing staff and working with other management personnel.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to catch minor errors which can result in major problems.
• Organizational skills for keeping track of various budgets, employees, and schedules simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate effectively both spoken and in written English. Knowledge of Arabic language is preferred, but not required
• Experience in coordination with all government authorities, consultants, contractors and disciplines,
• Professional Engineer (PE/PEng/Chartered Engineer) registration is preferred.
• Experience working in Saudi Arabia is preferred.
• Minimum 5 to 7 years’ experience in the Middle East is preferred, but not required.
• Auto-Cad, Civil 3D, MicroStation, MS office, Spreadsheet, Aconex, Land development is a plus.
  

Additional Information

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.