Interface Manager (Bee Network)

Job Description

BUSINESS FUNCTION: Strategic Development
SALARY: £51,919 - £58,114 /Grade:ML2/SB1
ROLE TYPE: Permanent
LOCATION: Manchester
HOURS: 37

The Bee Network is transforming how Greater Manchester moves. By bringing together different modes of transport into one connected system, it’s creating easier, more accessible journeys for the communities we serve.

As an Interface Manager in our Strategic Development team at Northern, you’ll play a central role in making rail a seamless part of that vision. You’ll support the coordination

and delivery of station improvement projects across the Bee Network Rail Integration Programme, working with partners including Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM), Network Rail, and teams across Northern to turn ambitious plans into stations that work better for customers, colleagues, and communities.

This is a role where you’ll have a lasting impact. From improving accessibility and customer facilities to making sure new infrastructure is safely introduced into live railway operations, you’ll help shape the stations of the future.

What you’ll be doing

• You’ll be the link between Northern, our industry partners, and delivery organisations, ensuring projects are developed and delivered successfully from concept through to completion. You’ll be:
• Primary Stakeholder Conduit - Act as the principal point of contact and information exchange between TfGM, their contractors, and internal NTL teams (including IT, facilities, operations, and public relations).
• Project Representation: Attend all joint progress, coordination, and safety meetings to provide NTL operational support, technical insights, and guidance.
• Access & Isolation Coordination: Facilitate physical station access (inductions, keys, building user liaison) and coordinate requests to isolate or power down station systems. Identify collaborative solutions to deconflict overlapping project schemes.
• Safety & Risk Assurance: Proactively identify project risks impacting NTL’s station operations obligations, and manage the internal safety validation process regarding Safety Case or Safety Method Statement variations.
• Technical & Design Review: Review third-party contractor documentation (RAMS, safety plans) and collate stakeholder feedback on Design Data to protect operational safety and minimise customer impact.
• Regulatory Control Support: Provide operational guidance to TfGM on regulatory matters, including Station Change, Network Change, Landlord Consent, and station lease variations.
• Protecting and enhancing the customer experience throughout construction and once projects are completed.

About you

You can bring people together, challenge constructively, and keep complex projects moving forward. Whether you’ve built your experience in rail, construction, infrastructure, or another highly regulated environment, you’ll know how to balance technical detail with the bigger picture.

Strong project management skills, the confidence to influence senior stakeholders, and the ability to turn ideas into deliverable plans – that’s the combination you’ll bring to the team.

You’ll also have:

• Interface experience on complex infrastructure projects, ideally supported by a relevant project management qualification or professional membership.
• A good understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements within construction or infrastructure projects, including Construction Design and Management (CDM) regulations.
• Commercial awareness, negotiation skills, and the ability to make balanced decisions.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across different organisations.
• Experience managing competing priorities and identifying opportunities to improve processes and ways of working.
• Strong organisational skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and other project-related systems.
• A degree-level qualification or equivalent practical experience in construction, property, engineering, or a related discipline.

What’s in it for you?

At Northern, we don’t just value our people - we go the extra mile to support them. Here’s a taste of what you can look forward to:

Free Travel: Unlimited free travel for you, your partner, and your dependents on Northern services. Plus up to 75% discount on other networks in the UK and Europe.

Generous Pension Scheme: We top up your contributions by 1.5 times.

Enhanced Family Benefits: We offer 9 months of full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks for paternity leave.

Cycle to Work Scheme: Save up to 42% on a bike and spread the cost.

Electric Car Scheme: Lease a brand new electric or plugin hybrid car.

Exclusive Discounts: From shopping to wellbeing, Northern Perks has you covered.

Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for family, lifestyle, and more.

Training and Career Development: We offer tailored training to our colleagues and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications. Plus enhanced career pathways no matter what part of the business you’re in.

Recognition: We know how important it is to show how much we appreciate our people. That’s why we have our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards, recognising and celebrating brilliance every day.

Why Northern?

We’re more than just a train operator. We’re the heartbeat of the North – connecting communities, creating opportunities, and driving sustainable growth. With 2,650 trains running daily, we’re on a mission to improve rail travel and enhance the customer experience while protecting the environment.

Back in 1825, the first passenger train set off in the North of England, beginning a journey that would transform travel across the world. We’ve recently celebrated 200 years of the modern railway and, as we reflect on that legacy, our focus is now on the future as Great British Rail takes shape. Join us at this pivotal moment in rail history and play your part in our journey.

A place for everyone

The best journeys happen when everyone feels welcome on board.

At Northern, we don’t just move people from A to B - we’re building a team where everyone feels they belong. Our talent team can make reasonable adjustments to the process if that’s something you need. We're also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer, so if you meet the minimum criteria for the role, we’ll always offer an interview.

We automate parts of our screening process to remove any unconscious bias and to make sure every application is treated fairly. All successful offers will be subject to a DBS check and a medical assessment.

No matter your background, experience, or whether you call it a bap, barm, or cob… there’s a place for you here in the railway.