JOB DESCRIPTION

GE HVDC is moving towards a digitally integrated way of working, centralisedcentralized around data and technology that connects a variety of systems and stakeholders, with the perspective that all work products (models, designs, documents, diagrams, drawings, etc.) generated during the performance of any HVDC system life cycle activities are represented by underlying sets of data and information.
Data and information in these sets need to be accessible and shared between organisationsorganizations and project management and engineering management tools used within the business organisationorganization and its customers and suppliers. This sharing will help to ensure consistency, correctness, and completeness of work products developed across all HVDC system life cycle stages and support standardisationstandardization and interoperability.
As Interface Manager, he/she will be responsible to manage interfaces between GE, GE Units,, Cconsortia Ppartners, customer, main contractors and third parties, autoritiesauthorities. Building and managing effective relationships across multiple interfaces to achieve optimum performance outcomes. Identifying and managing technical and commercial interfaces/gaps/risks related to the scope of work and coordinating/involving closely with all relevant planning and technical disciplines/functions.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or another relevant degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline;
• Strong work experience with big and complex projects preferably in HVDC, oil & gas, energy or offshore (wind)
• PMP Certification or equivalent
• Successful experience in a matrix and international environment
• Language: English – mandatory; Dutch – a plus, but not mandatory

• Manage the interfaces between the project and third parties contributing to optimal development and program set up for successful procurement and delivery.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders across regions and sites. Resolving issues and conflicting requirements in a timely manner
• Manage the interface between the project and third parties in the delivery and commissioning of the project
• Engage with key third party stakeholders effected by project works to understand their needs and concerns, taking measures to maintain effective relationships throughout the project
• Contribute to the development of the operations and management control system, and the interface with third party systems and operations
• Contribute to the development of an Interface Management Plan, monitoring and coordination implementation
• Contribute to the project schedule of works and progress monitoring throughout the project
• Provide input and solutions which allow for minimal third party impact, whilst maintaining commercially effective project delivery
• Maintain effective relationships with third parties in order to avoid disputes and commercial compensation claims
• Produce and maintain appropriate, standardized documents and regular reporting to the senior management and other stakeholders reflecting key issues, resolutions, and performance to enable them to effectively understand risks and impacts on the project
• Ensure a collaborative approach is maintained across the team to facilitate the planning and delivery of interface works, ensuring all issues are clearly understood by teams and addressed, and appropriate interventions developed and implemented
• Actively and routinely promote the identification of hazards and EHS risks in own area of operation and objects of design. Provide insight to leaders, customers and colleagues with respect to own safety and systems and product integrity.