Job Title Interface & Installation Manager – Telecom Systems (Metro Rail) Department Engineering - Telecommunication Reporting To Telecom Department Head -EDRC Job Summary The Interface & Installation Manager (Telecom) is responsible for managing all telecom system interfaces, installation activities, coordination between multidisciplinary stakeholders, and ensuring successful integration of telecom systems within metro railway projects. The role oversees installation planning, site execution, interface management, design coordination, safety compliance, quality assurance, testing support, and timely project delivery.The position acts as the primary coordinator between Telecom, Signalling, Power Supply, Trackwork, Civil, Architectural, AFC, PSD, Rolling Stock, and Operations teams to ensure seamless implementation of telecom infrastructure and systems.

Key Responsibilities Interface Management Manage technical and physical interfaces between telecom systems and other railway subsystems.

Coordinate interface activities involving:

Signalling Systems

SCADA Systems

Power Supply Systems

Rolling Stock

Automatic Fare Collection (AFC)

Platform Screen Doors (PSD)

Operation Control Centers (OCC)

Civil & Architectural Works

Depot Systems

Develop and maintain Interface Control Documents (ICDs).

Conduct interface review meetings and resolve cross-functional issues.

Track interface closure and monitor compliance against project milestones.

Coordinate with customers, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors regarding interface requirements.

Installation Management Develop telecom installation strategies and implementation plans.

Supervise installation activities for

Fiber Optic Backbone Network

Transmission Systems

IP/MPLS Networks

CCTV Systems

Public Address (PA) Systems

Passenger Information Display Systems (PIDS)

Telephone Systems

Radio Systems (TETRA/LTE)

Master Clock Systems

Access Control Systems

Review installation drawings and implementation methodologies.

Ensure installation works comply with approved drawings and standards.

Monitor installation progress and address site issues proactively.

Site Coordination & Construction Support Coordinate installation works with:

Civil Contractors

MEP Contractors

Track Contractors

Depot Contractors





Signalling Contractors

Resolve site clashes and installation constraints.

Participate in multidisciplinary coordination meetings.

Support construction planning and work sequencing activities.

Design Review & Engineering Coordination Review telecom design packages for constructability.

Validate cable routing, equipment room layouts, and equipment locations.

Coordinate design modifications arising during construction.

Ensure design changes are properly documented and approved.

Project

Planning & Monitoring Prepare installation schedules and resource plans.

Monitor project progress against baseline programs.

Identify risks affecting installation activities.

Develop mitigation and recovery plans when required.

Support project reporting and management reviews.

Quality Management

Ensure compliance with project quality plans.

Conduct installation inspections and audits.

Review inspection and test plans (ITP).

Monitor NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports) and corrective actions.

Verify installation quality before handover to testing teams.

Safety Management

Promote compliance with project HSE requirements.

Ensure protected execution of telecom installation activities.

Participate in safety audits and site inspections.

Conduct risk assessments and method statement reviews.

Ensure compliance with local railway and construction safety regulations. Testing & Commissioning Support Support Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) activities.

Support Site Acceptance Test (SAT) and Integrated Testing activities.

Coordinate installation readiness for testing and commissioning.

Assist in system integration and interface validation.

Facilitate defect resolution and punch-point closure.

Stakeholder Management

Serve as the primary focal point for telecom installation and interfaces.

Coordinate with

Employer/Client Representatives

General Consultants





Independent Safety Assessors

Civil Contractors

System Contractors

Operation & Maintenance Teams

Prepare and present interface status reports.

Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in:

Telecommunications Engineering

Electronics & Communication Engineering

Experience For Manager Level 10 years of telecom engineering experience.

Proven experience in installation management and interface coordination.

For Senior Manager

Level 15+ years of experience.

Experience managing large-scale metro rail or railway projects.

Experience overseeing multidisciplinary interfaces and commissioning activities.

Technical Knowledge Telecom Systems Fiber Optic

Communication Systems

SDH / MPLS Transport Networks

IP Networking

CCTV

PA/PIDS

Telephony Systems

TETRA / LTE Communication

Access Control Systems

Master Clock Systems

Data Network Systems Railway Systems Interfaces CBTC / ETCS Signalling

SCADA

Traction Power Supply

AFC Systems

PSD Systems

OCC and BCC Operations

Depot Systems Software Skills Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project / Primavera P6

AutoCAD

Visio

BIM Coordination Tools (Preferred)

Document Management Systems Preferred Certifications PMP Certification

PRINCE2

OSHA / NEBOSH

Railway Safety Certification Required Competencies Technical Competencies Interface Management

Telecom Installation Management

Railway Systems Integration

Testing & Commissioning Coordination

Project Planning & Scheduling

Risk Management Behavioral Competencies Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Negotiation Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Team Management

Decision Making Key Deliverables Interface Control Documents (ICDs)

Installation Management Plans

Method Statements

Resource & Deployment Plans

Telecom Installation Drawings

Progress Reports

Risk Registers

Interface Closure Reports

Testing Readiness Reports

As-Built Documentation

Final Handover Documentation Preferred Industry Background Metro Rail Projects

High-Speed Rail Projects

Main Line Railways

Airport Transportation Systems

Large Infrastructure Projects

Smart City Communication Networks Employment Type: Full-Time Grade: Manager / Senior Manager Location: Faridabad Delhi NCR

📌 Interface and Installation Manager -Telecom (Faridabad)
🏢 Larsen u0026 Toubro
📍 Faridabad