Job Description
Job Introduction
SCS Area Central team are seeking a Technical Assurance Manager to manage and coordinate Assurance in Area Central
SCS is responsible for demonstrating that the works carried out by the SCS JV meet the Client (HS2) requirements as set out in the Works Information and Technical Requirements.
This includes ensuring that all work packages provide the appropriate Validation and Verification that the requirements have been met.
The Technical Assurance Manager (TAM) role is to work with and support the design, delivery, and discipline teams in the area so they understand the TA requirements and ensure they are delivered.
Key Duties for the postholder include:
coordinate assurance activities such as, Configuration and Technical Change Management, process development and improvements; attending sub-contractor kick off meetings and carrying out Technical Assurance reviews as necessary to support Contractor self-certification for client signoff of works.
be responsible for agreeing acceptance criteria with HS2 colleagues, working with the teams to plan the assurance and certification strategy activities
ensure that works are delivered in compliance with the Technical Assurance Processes and Procedures
provide TA guidance/training to the embedded the delivery teams across the project.
The post holder may also be expected to support procurement activities, ensuring that TA requirements are embedded in contracts and services to be procured.
Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role by discussion and agreement with line managers
Role Responsibility
Key Responsibilities
- To support the Design and Delivery Leads in the development and implementation of the Technical Assurance Strategy, plans, processes and systems within the project.
- Contribute to the continued improvement of the technical assurance strategy, processes and systems for each of the Technical Lifecycle Stages in collaboration with delivery teams, subject matter experts, stakeholders and the employer.
- Provide narrative reports and metrics against TA KPI targets; progressive technical assurance activities; Certification and Sign off Status.
- Undertake activities as defined in the project Plans and Procedures liaising with those delivering the works. The activities will include monitoring progress of works, reviewing deliverables for evidence of compliance, raising issues / non-conformances where appropriate and negotiating corrective actions with those responsible for the works.
- Coordinate the certification activities for work packages to gain L3 certification from the Employer
- Deliver technical assurance communications such as staff briefings and technical assurance awareness training.
- Understand the Client and Joint Venture Partners' Environment and Sustainability Policies, Processes and statutory requirements as they affect the company's operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are implemented on the project
The Ideal Candidate
- Significant experience of working at equivalent level in a project environment.
- Experienced in the application of system engineering principles and/or assurance processes.
- Knowledge and experience of the regulatory environment and statutory obligations relating to infrastructure projects or equivalent.
- Capable of developing plans and managing workload / activities and taking sole accountability for task delivery.
- Capable of working collaboratively and effectively to build trust and enhance the spirit of an Integrated Project Team by building credible relationships with all levels of internal and external stakeholders.
- Able to show resilience and tenacity whilst remaining adaptable and flexible when working under the pressure of tight deadlines and project change.
- High standard of verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills, able to effectively communicate technical assurance deliverable requirements as well as processes and procedures concepts to variety of audiences.
- Awareness of the various disciplines involved in delivering major projects, their roles and responsibilities and their relationship to assurance.
- Good information management and analytical skills; ability to quickly and efficiently seek out the relevant and pertinent points from large volumes of project information.
- Experienced in the use project information tools and management systems including MS Office and web-based collaboration technologies, and use of electronic data management systems such as AssetWise or eB.
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.
SCS Railways is a Disability Confident Leader. We want to encourage disabled people to apply for our roles and have an opportunity to display your skills, talent, and abilities. We will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.
To be considered for an interview under this scheme you have:
- A physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term effect (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities
- Demonstrated in your application and pre-interview stage that you meet the minimum job criteria and person specification for the role
Please note: This role may close earlier than the date specified. If you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.