Controls Program Management

Quest Global; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Quest Global in Greenville, South Carolina, is seeking a Program Manager responsible for leading engineering development programs. This role requires managing project execution, risks, and ensuring quality and effectiveness through metrics and dashboards.

Candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in engineering or project management, a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, and exceptional communication abilities. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $100,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in engineering or program/project management of engineered systems.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science required.
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to interface with leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide program management execution for assigned projects.
• Create and maintain internal and external project schedules.
• Manage spending per the plan and validate proper resource assignment.
• Communicate program status and issues to stakeholders.

Skills

Program Management

Project Tracking

Communication

Leadership

Engineering Understanding

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

Who We Are

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.

Job Description

This Program Management position is responsible for leading and facilitating the execution of New Product Introduction (NPI) engineering development programs through all phases of the life cycle. As a key leadership position within the organization, it is essential for effective operation through active management of project execution, risks, and mitigations to meet our commitments to the business, while managing metrics and dashboards to ensure quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the team.

Essential Functions

• Provide program management execution for assigned projects in accordance with GE Gas Power Program Managers Standard Work Procedure
• Create and maintain internal and external project schedules
• Validate proper resource assignment and manage spending per the plan
• Guide the execution team through the NPI Development Process, assuring the proper adherence to engineering policies and procedures
• Coordinate activities between engineering sub-functions to ensure all project deliverables are delivered on time, complete, properly tested, and documented
• Actively manage program risks and mitigations to avoid execution misses
• Communicate program status and issues to the engineering and commercial stakeholders
• Provide regular spending status and projections to the Business Operations and Quality team

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in engineering or program/project management of engineered systems.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to interface with leadership with confidence and clarity.

Eligibility Requirements

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

Desired Characteristics

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Knowledge of project tracking tools, processes, and practices.
• Engineering Program graduate or advanced engineering degree.
• Prior experience in electronic hardware or software development, preferably embedded control systems or the configuration thereof.
• Knowledgeable of engineering, manufacturing and customer service processes.
• Strong organizational/ project execution skills and prior success in working with or leading cross‑functional teams.
• Customer satisfaction mind set.
• Demonstrated leadership, team building, and communication skills.
• Understanding of the NERC and IEC-62443 standards.

Leadership

• Highly motivated, energetic, confident, self‑starting personal characteristics.
• Influences through others; builds direct and behind the scenes support for ideas.
• Identifies opportunities and actively pursues appropriate changes with the input & support of the team.
• Able to work well with global teams, including time‑zone flexibility when necessary.

Pay Range: $80,000 to $100,000 a year.

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job‑related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements

This role is considered an on‑site position located in Schenectady NY.

• You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.

Benefits

Compensation as per company standards complying with region policy.

Other Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program