Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities The primary role of the Senior Programme Manager (Rail) in the Rail Investment Section is to manage, or assist in the management of, various rail investment projects and programmes that are funded by the Authority. These projects/programmes are generally delivered by other statutory authorities or agencies on behalf of the Authority, or may, in some cases, be delivered directly by the Authority. The Authoritys Rail Investment Programme includes an exciting and challenging range of projects and programmes for development and delivery over the coming years. These include mega-projects such as MetroLink and the DART+ Programme, together with numerous other major projects/programmes in the light/heavy rail areas such as the Cork Commuter Rail Programme, Luas Finglas and Luas Cork. In addition, the portfolio managed within the section includes a large number of other projects and programmes spanning infrastructure, systems, fleet and operations. Along with other initiatives in the rail related areas of strategic planning, transport technology and climate adaption, there are stimulating and rewarding opportunities to make a real contribution to enhancing Irelands rail transport system. The Senior Programme Manager (Rail) in the Rail Investment team will include managing, monitoring and liaising with the Sponsoring Agencies in the development and delivery of projects spanning design, planning, construction and operations. In addition, the Senior Programme Manager (Rail) will be required to liaise with other key stakeholders such as Government Departments, local authorities and other state agencies in respect of the projects. The principal duties and responsibilities of the role may include some or all of the following: Managing the delivery of rail transport projects through the various stages of a project life cycle, from concept development to completion of implementation; Overseeing and managing the delivery of NTA funded rail projects by other agencies; Undertaking reviews of project designs and project proposals; Preparing investment plans for transport programmes; Overseeing the appraisal of transport projects including reviews of business cases for projects; Managing a portion of the NTAs overall capital investment budget, ensuring financial accountability for incurred expenditure; Ensuring compliance of funded projects with national policies including planning and procurement policies; Preparing regular progress / expenditure reports; Developing transport policy and guidance; Developing and assisting in the development of transport strategies and related implementation programmes; Undertaking transport analyses for the purpose of defining public and sustainable transport proposals; and Taking part in other NTA projects and initiatives as required. Note:The functions and responsibilities initially assigned to the position are based on the current organisational requirements and may be changed from time to time. The person appointed requires the flexibility to fulfil other roles and responsibilities at a similar level within the Authority. Essential Criteria Please note: In order to satisfy the shortlisting panel that you meet these criteria you must explicitly reference how you meet same in your application. Failure to demonstrate these may prevent your application progressing to future shortlisting stages. Each candidate must meet the following requirements at the time of the competition closing: Hold a minimum of an NFQ level 7 qualification in a relevant discipline, being engineering or project management or equivalent; Have a minimum of 7 years satisfactory experience of engineering or project management work, including at least 3 years satisfactory experience in the management of rail transport projects; Demonstrate strong leadership and management skills; and Possess a high standard of technical training and experience. Desirable Criteria Please note: Should further shortlisting be required after essential criteria above, a selection of the following may be assessed. The ideal candidate will also: Have experience in the design development stage and the construction delivery stage of rail infrastructure projects, with a strong knowledge of current relevant guidelines and technical specifications; Have experience in the management and delivery of multi-project infrastructure investment programmes; Have the ability to manage financial resources for a multi-project portfolio within a budgetary control framework; Have a good knowledge and awareness of health and safety legislation with particular reference to project design and project construction; Have the ability to work within, and lead, multi-disciplined teams and have the ability to motivate, empower and encourage personnel under his/her control to achieve maximum performance; Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills; Have superior report writing skills together with an ability to produce high quality analysis and reporting; and Have a good level of computer proficiency. Skills: Maximises the contribution of the team as a whole Ensures quality and efficient customer service Is focused on self-development