What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Planning Expert position at INNIO?
Description
About INNIO Group:
INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression.
INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31, 2025, supported by a resilient, high‑margin services business that delivers long‑term, recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand accelerates—driven by AI, electrification and grid constraints—INNIO enables scalable, behind‑the‑meter power generation with high efficiency, fast start capability, strong transient performance and fuel flexibility, including hydrogen‑ready solutions. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.
Please note that the work location for this role is in our NAM HQ in Houston
Role Description:
- Create, maintain, and monitor project schedules for our gas engine and power plant projects
- Coordinate and align schedules with internal departments, external partners, and suppliers
- Identify scheduling risks and develop mitigation strategies
- Support project management in meeting milestones and deadlines
- Report and present progress and deviations to management
- Cross-functional coordination of technical and commercial project execution
- Support continuous development of the Project Management Process and Tools based on KPI’s such as revenue, contribution margin, customer satisfaction, complete and on-time delivery, finished goods inventory, and collections.
- Support know-how transfer and training programs for Distributors and Key Accounts to align project execution process the INNIO Jenbacher´s Project Management processes.
- Focus on customer alignment and simplification initiatives to ensure qualitative and effective order execution.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Engineering (mechanical or electrical - e.g. HTL) and/or commercial Bachelor degree
- Professional experience in scheduling, project management, or a similar position
- Excellent MS Office skills; experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera)
- Strong organizational and communication skills, and ability to work in a team
- Independent and structured working style
- Fluent in English
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Team player and strong reliability
- Demonstrated external focus & inclusiveness
- Willingness to travel up to 20%