Project Scheduler

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Duties and responsibilities

• Prepare the Program of Works for the projects through the entire duration of the project life cycle
• Assess the different project programs and consider different simulations and scenarios, to optimize the project timeline and cash‐flow.
• Consider the peculiarities of projects in the same or different geographies while maintaining consistency in the programs strategy.
• Schedule performance analysis, monitor progress and follow‐up the projects in execution.
• Review and maintain Program KPI’s for the projects in execution to consider those for future projects
• Support Project Managers in all aspects related to the timeline management, baselines, critical path follow‐up, deviations, EOT and claims.
• Support teams in the negotiation of EPC/ICP contracts in aspects associated with the reporting, the use of internal and external tools, negotiation of the Program of Works and identification, S‐Curves weighting, to ensure the projects can be delivered on time
• Development of EVM S‐Curves
• Collaborate in the development and implementation of procedures, tools and templates.
• Support contract close‐out discussions, as well as the management and negotiations of extension of time claims
• Travel of anywhere from 10‐25% may be required for the purposes of required face‐to‐face meetings and events with key stakeholders of the organization, including project site visits as required.
• Routinely reporting of Project Controls performance to key stakeholders

We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.

We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

Knowledge & Experience

• Prior experience in project planning/Scheduling of renewables projects (PV preferred) through different phases (Greenfield, Development, Design and Execution, Start‐Up)
• Knowledge of EPC/ICP contracts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project Professional. Experienced in Project Online tool (PWA) is a plus. Experienced in other equivalent software is a plus (Oracle Primavera P6)
• Experience in solar project development, design and construction, timelines and rates of performance
• Experienced in Project Controls, KPI’s gathering, baseline follow‐up, SCurves, Reporting, deviations, mitigations, EoT and claims. Knowledge of planning forensic analysis is a plus.
• Knowledge of tools and techniques to optimize overall project performance
• Identify, assess and implement value‐added improvement opportunities which will improve overall projects performance
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders to diagnosis and solve problems within limited time frames
• Efficient at data capture and analysis exercises using different systems
• Some Power BI experience is a plus

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or Material preferred), Project Management, Business, Construction Management or related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of project scheduling and controls experience

Personal qualities

• Strong work ethic, self‐starter, can‐do attitude
• Proactive and eager to work in an international and motivated team
• Ability to work autonomously with short deadlines
• Ability to communicate and report effectively
• Good IT skills and eager to learn new ones
• Rigorous, structured and sense of anticipation
• Comfortable in an international and multicultural environment
• Full English competence