Lead Scheduling & Controling Engineer (m/f/d)

INNIO Group; Jenbach; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health We Care program

Moving cost support for new employees

Public transport connections

Transportation cost support

Canteen with healthy meals

Alpine location with outdoor options

Job summary

INNIO Group is seeking a Lead Scheduling & Controlling Engineer to develop, manage, and optimize detailed schedules for complex EPC power plant projects using Primavera P6. You will lead schedule risk analyses, forecast, and coordinate with engineering, procurement and construction teams to ensure on-time delivery and budget adherence.

The role requires a decade of EPC scheduling experience, PMP/IPMA/PRINCE2 certification, and strong leadership and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field (BSc, MSc, Dipl.-Ing., or equivalent).
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in project scheduling and controls for EPC projects.
• Proven expertise in Primavera P6 (mandatory).
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP, IPMA, PRINCE2) required.
• Strong construction site and execution experience.
• Fluent in German and English (business level).
• Proficiency with project controls and scheduling software; experience with claims, delay analysis, and change management.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize detailed project schedules for EPC power plant projects using Primavera P6.
• Monitor progress, identify deviations, implement corrective actions, and lead schedule risk analysis, scenario planning, and forecasting.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure schedule alignment and support cost tracking and change management.
• Prepare and present schedule reports, KPIs, and dashboards for management and stakeholders; support claims and delay analysis.
• Mentor and support junior staff and interface with customers, contractors, and suppliers.

Skills

Primavera P6

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

BSc

MSc

Dipl.-Ing.

Tools

MS Project

TILOS

Job description

As Lead Scheduling & Controlling Engineer, you will be responsible for the development, management, and optimization of project schedules and controls for complex EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) power plant projects. You will work closely with project management, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery. This role requires deep expertise in Primavera P6, construction site and execution experience, and strong leadership in project controls.

What INNIO Offers You

• An innovative and international working environment
• Flexible working time model (depending on position and role)
• Health We Care program - including company sports activities
• Moving cost support for new employees in accordance with policy
• Good connections to public transport - station in direct proximity
• Transportation cost support in accordance with policy
• One of the best canteens in the area with healthy and various meals
• Attractive location in the heart of the Alps with various outdoor sports and leisure possibilities

Your Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize detailed project schedules for EPC power plant projects using Primavera P6, integrating all project phases
• Monitor project progress, identify deviations, implement corrective actions, and lead schedule risk analysis, scenario planning, and forecasting
• Coordinate with project managers, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure schedule alignment and support project controls, cost tracking, and change management
• Prepare and present schedule reports, KPIs, and dashboards for management and stakeholders; support claims management and delay analysis
• Mentor and support junior scheduling and project controls staff, interface with customers, contractors, and suppliers, and participate in site activities and execution reviews
• Ensure compliance with project management standards, methodologies, and contractual requirements

Your Profile

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field (BSc, MSc, Dipl.-Ing., or equivalent)
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in project scheduling and controls for EPC projects, preferably in power plant or industrial construction
• Proven expertise in Primavera P6 (mandatory); experience with other scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, TILOS) is an advantage
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP, IPMA, PRINCE2) required
• Strong construction site and execution experience
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills; ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Fluent in German and English (business level)
• Proficiency with project controls and scheduling software; experience with claims, delay analysis, and change management
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills; high attention to detail and quality

At INNIO, we offer an attractive compensation package that is above the collective agreement for the metal industry. Your qualifications and experience will be considered in an open dialogue during the recruiting process to ensure a market-competitive compensation package.