Technical Assurance Lead

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Job Summary
The Technical Assurance Lead has overall responsibility for the preparation, implementation and maintenance of the Technical Assurance Plan and the implementation of the processes and procedures identified therein to deliver technical self-assurance at each HS2 stage (HS2 Stage 4 - Detailed Design, HS2 Stage 5 - Construction and Manufacture, HS2 Stage 6 Handback - Test and Commissioning, Handback - Test and Commissioning Stage Assurance Evidence). This includes any third-party assurance requirements.
The Technical Assurance Lead will be responsible for implementing and keeping up to date the required processes to self-assure the works, including but not limited to: Requirements and Requirements V&V, Standards, Departures [incl. concessions].
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, implement and keep up to date the Technical Assurance Plan in compliance with: WI 300, Design; WI 310, Technical Assurance; and HS2 Technical Assurance Plan and the plans, processes and procedures referenced therein.
Accountable for preparing, implementing and keeping up to date for implementing the discipline specific plans: Requirements Management Plan; Configuration Management Plan; and Assurance & Certification Plan.
The Technical Assurance Lead shall lead the planning, co-ordination, and submission of all technical assurance activities and the resolution of technical assurance related issues to deliver a progressively self-assured design to achieve L3 certification for each work package to enable the completion of each technical lifecycle stage.
Ensure the plan describes the technical assurance to deliver a “right first time” and to be followed by Mace Dragados JV and its sub-contractors.
Develop a plan that demonstrates that Mace Dragados, as the first line of defence, has progressively delivered a fully technically assured, self-certified design that: is safe to build, operate and maintain; meets the requirements of HS2 Ltd as defined in the HS2 TAP; is compliant with the required standards and regulations; has been duly coordinated with the relevant stakeholders; has been verified and validated throughout its design; and is robustly evidenced.
Ensure that sound engineering and V&V result in the production of the evidence that assures all the stakeholders that the project is on track and will deliver what has been requested.
Ensure that the assurance evidence is progressively delivered through each project lifecycle via a HS2 Single Assurance Pack [SAP] comprising an L3, CSR & VVM.
Implement a plan that provides technical assurance evidence and which demonstrates that:
The HS2 and other third-party requirements have been properly managed and controlled and compliance of the designs to these requirements demonstrated.
All non-compliances and departures from the HS2 and other third-party requirements are raised in line with the HS2 Departures Procedure
All non-compliances and departures from standards as defined in the Project Standards Baseline are raised in line with the HS2 Departures Procedure.
Configuration is reported in the Configuration Status Report. Technical assurance will be achieved through application and checking of robust configuration management processes as described in further detail in the Project Configuration Management Plan
Responsible for handover between the Subcontractor and Mace Dragados ensuring that the correct handover documentation is available progressively to complete the works.
Accountable for Handover Package Listing [HPL] strategies and gaining buy-in from Project Managers, Responsible Engineers, and Subcontractors. This includes offering training modules to Subcontractors.
Accountable for HPL templates and trackers including the digitalisation of handover in ORIS to provide live data via a shared dashboard.
Values & Culture Fit
Leadership: Using innovation and challenge to lead by example
Respect: Understanding others, recognising their value and behaving accordingly
Safety: Caring for our workforce, or passengers and the public by creating an environment where no one gets hurt
Integrity: Acting fairly, transparently and consistently
Technical Skills And Competencies
Have excellent communication skills (including presentation skills) in English, both written and verbal and the ability to report at both Project and Board level.
Ability to manage teams of people in a multi-disciplinary environment. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to plan ahead and manage own time.
Behavioural Competencies
Fulfils HS2 values, behaviours and Core Competencies:
Engages with a wide range of colleague and stakeholders in pursuit of objectives.
Communicates confidently with a range of people, adapting communication style to have a positive impact.
Drives results by striving to achieve challenging goals, demonstrating resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity.
Demonstrates commitment to developing own and others professional and industry knowledge.
Demonstrates sound analytical ability, appreciating complex issues and situations.
Demonstrates flexibility in thought and approach, managing multiple competing demands within the wider strategic context.
Qualifications, Certifications And Experience
Experience within a similar role within an appropriately sized engineering organisation.
Educated to degree or higher level or equivalent in a numerate discipline, typically Engineering discipline (or related). A lower educational level, typically HNC or HND, may be acceptable where a very significant level of experience in a senior technical engineering role can be demonstrated.
Membership of an appropriate Professional body, typically Chartered member of Institute of Civil Engineering or an equivalent professional status.
Dragados Values
Excellence: Promoting innovation, development, training and continuous improvement to achieve the highest quality of project delivery.
Integrity: Acting ethically and transparently. Demanding the best standards of integrity from its employees, suppliers and other stakeholders.
Trust: Nurturing positive relationships at all levels of the organisation, with our clients and supply chain by developing strong and long-term relationships based on mutual trust.
Sustainability: Commitment to sustainable development to make an efficient and ethically responsible contribution to society and the environment.
Profitability: Ensuring our profitability as well as contributing value to the communities in which we operate as part of our sustainability agenda.
Dragados is committed to act based on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion principles. Equal opportunities, non-discrimination and respect for human rights are basic principles contained in the Dragados Code of Conduct () that apply to all Dragados employees.
Department
Contract type
Permanent
Hours
40
Salary
competitive