Portfolio Interface Manager

Portfolio Interface Manager - Permanent
Location: London Heathrow
Working Format: Hybrid working – minimum of 3 days in the office/project site
Salary: £85,000pa + benefits
Benefits: 28 days of annual leave (excluding bank holidays), Bupa medical cover, competitive pension plan
Reports To: Project Execution Lead

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Portfolio Interface Manager to join Heathrow’s project team. This pivotal role ensures seamless integration and alignment across Heathrow’s capital delivery programmes and projects, with a sharp focus on managing interfaces in complex, live airport environments.

About the Role
As Portfolio Programme Integration and Interface Manager, you will lead the strategic coordination of interfaces and interdependencies across multiple capital projects. Your expertise in integration planning, operational sensitivity, and stakeholder engagement will be vital in safeguarding the delivery of Heathrow’s ambitious infrastructure agenda on time, on budget, and with minimal disruption to live airport operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive portfolio-wide integration and interface management framework.
• Identify, map, and manage cross-programme dependencies and third-party interfaces.
• Maintain a dynamic and visible interface register and risk dashboard.
• Collaborate with project controls and planning teams to manage integrated schedules using Primavera P6.
• Chair interface coordination meetings, aligning efforts across design, construction, and operational readiness.
• Conduct impact assessments, scenario modelling, and interface risk reviews.
• Support resource alignment and resolution of cross-programme issues.
• Act as the central coordination point for all interface planning across the portfolio.

What You’ll Bring:

• 7+ years’ experience in senior planning or interface roles in major infrastructure environments (aviation preferred).
• Strong knowledge of airport operations (baggage systems, terminal processes, airside logistics).
• Demonstrated experience managing project interfaces within operationally live airport settings.
• Advanced skills in Primavera P6 and managing integrated master schedules.
• Deep understanding of P3M principles and regulatory environments (CAA, DfT, ORR).
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills across internal teams and external partners.
• Familiarity with ORAT processes, NEC contract planning, and systems engineering best practices.
• Degree-qualified in Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline.
• Professional certifications (e.g. APM PMQ/PPQ, PMP) and Primavera P6 advanced user status.

What We Offer:

• 28 days’ annual leave (excluding public holidays)
• Bupa Medical Cover
• YuLife – Wellbeing membership with 24/7 GP access and wellness rewards
• Perkbox – Eye care, cinema vouchers, daily coffee, and savings on everyday spending
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Competitive Pension Scheme (Aviva)
• Career development in a challenging and innovative environment