Interface Manager - – Major Transportation Infrastructure Delivery, Roads, Rail & Public Transportation at AECOM

Interface Manager – Major Transportation Infrastructure Delivery, Roads, Rail & Public Transportation at AECOM in Dublin, D, IE. Full time on site position.

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We’re seeking an ambitious and driven Interface Manager with industry experience to join our expanding Transportation team in Dublin. This opportunity is for candidates eager to take the next step in their career, delivering multidisciplinary infrastructure projects that shape the future of Ireland’s transport landscape. You will play a leading role in the design and delivery of projects across roads, rail, public transport, greenways, and enabling works, working alongside a collaborative and innovative team.

The Interface Manager is responsible for managing all interface activities throughout the project lifecycle, including logistics, construction integration, and stakeholder coordination. This role ensures seamless collaboration between contracts, systems, and stakeholders to deliver major projects efficiently and effectively. The Interface Manager will also oversee security strategies and provide technical guidance to ensure compliance with project objectives, standards and goals.

You will be critical in ensuring seamless integration and collaboration to deliver across all aspects of our major project portfolios, including construction integration. Join AECOM's thriving Transportation Team in Ireland—a 150+ strong professional network operating across Dublin, Cork, Galway, and Belfast. Due to significant growth fuelled by a robust pipeline of major infrastructure projects and programmes, this is a chance to move beyond routine design and play a crucial role in delivering complex, high-impact national infrastructure.

Why AECOM in Ireland?

Impactful Projects: Work on some of the most significant transport programmes across the island of Ireland, directly influencing how people move. Our current portfolio includes:

Major Road Schemes:

• N25 Midleton to Youghal Transport Project (Co. Cork)


• N17 Milltown (Co. Galway)


• A24 Ballynahinch Bypass (Co. Down)


• N54 Tullybryan Realignment (Co. Monaghan)


• M21 Adare Bypass Phases 1 and 2 (Co. Limerick)


• Carlow Southern Relief Road & Multi Modal Corridor (Co. Carlow)


• N4 Mullingar to Longford (Co. Westmeath and Co. Longford)

Sustainable & Active Travel

• Delivery teams for the TII Luas Programme


• NTA BusConnects Programmes


• Multiple major rail projects


• A vast programme of Greenways (>300km) for TII and Local Authorities, including major schemes in West Cork and Donegal

Multidisciplinary Exposure

Gain hands‑on experience across the entire project lifecycle, from early feasibility and statutory consent through to detailed design, construction support, and contract administration.

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex infrastructure projects to time, budget and quality.


• Drive best practices in technical activities, processes, and standards.


• Coordinate multidisciplinary design and construction interfaces across packages to achieve fully integrated delivery.


• Act as primary point of contact, coordinating clients, contractors, and authorities (e.g., TII, NTA, Local Authorities) and ensuring clear interface communication.


• Support and coach engineers, contributing to AECOM’s culture of growth and continuous learning.


• Prepare and review design submissions, technical reports, planning applications and tender documentation in line with Irish/EU standards.


• Conduct and review site inspections, surveys, and technical assessments to inform design and construction processes.


• Ensure compliance with HSSEQ and deliverables to scope, time, cost and quality, aligned with AECOM standards.


• Support resource planning, programme management, and risk mitigation strategies.


• Champion innovation, sustainability, and digital delivery across all projects.


• Develop the interface strategy, define boundaries between work packages, and document how contracts, systems and stakeholders interact across the lifecycle.


• Review any Interface Agreements to ensure alignment with project goals.


• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including TII, National Transport Authority, Local Authorities, and others.


• Ensure clear communication and collaboration with the Client and other interfacing stakeholders.


• Coordinate with project teams to ensure integration across various design and construction aspects.


• Provide technical support for construction supervision, testing, and final acceptance of works.

Qualifications

• Typically 10+ years, with at least 5 years in interface, construction, or project management for high‑value roads, rail or similar projects, or relevant experience in the design and delivery of major roads, major public transport, light rail, rail, or enabling works projects, or similar transferable experience from water, energy, or utilities sectors.


• Degree in engineering, construction, or project management or related discipline; Level 9 Master’s and Chartered status is highly desirable.


• Proven track record leading teams to deliver complex, regulated infrastructure to programme and budget, including contractor coordination and interface management.


• Strong knowledge of Irish and European design standards, planning processes, and statutory requirements.


• Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports, drawings, specifications, and tender documents.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.


• Proven track record in safety‑critical and unionised environments.


• Expertise in driving efficiency, stakeholder management, and resolving unforeseen risks.


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to create a collaborative culture and ensure high‑quality service delivery.

Desirable experience / Qualifications

• Project Management Qualifications, such as PMP


• Construction Manager Qualifications, such as CCM


• NEC3/4 ECC Supervision Accreditation


• OSHA Safety Certification


• Six Sigma certification preferred


• Membership in professional bodies (e.g., SCSI, RICS, CIOB, IEI, CIArb)

What we offer

• Flexible hybrid working


• A structured and transparent career model, allowing you to plan your progression with confidence and clarity.


• A merit led reward programme, recognising individual and team contributions to quality, safety and commercial successes.


• Career development opportunities via AECOM University and our industry leading Technical Excellence programme.


• A range of core and personalised benefits tailored to your lifestyle and well‑being.


• Save As You Earn – Savings related share-option scheme.


• Charity & Community Activities – fundraising challenges, sponsored walks/runs, STEM outreach days, and local volunteering initiatives.


• Wellbeing Events – yoga sessions, wellness weeks, lunchtime walks/cycles, and mental health awareness activities.


• Sports & Clubs – five‑side football, cycling groups, running, hiking and chess clubs, and participation in corporate challenge events and many more.


• Annual Celebrations – summer events, holiday celebrations, and recognition awards.

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at [email protected].

At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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