Planning And Cost Control Specialist

Planning and Cost Control Specialist (renewable energy)Location:Rome, ItalyAbout Us: Zelestra (formerly Solarpack) is a multinational platform fully focused on multi-technology renewables with a vertically integrated business model focused on large-scale renewable projects in rapidly growing markets across Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and Africa.Headquartered in Spain, Zelestra has more than 1,000 employees worldwide and is backed by EQT.Our purpose is to change the world by making decarbonization a reality for our partners.Mission— Responsible for developing, maintaining, and monitoring project schedule and cost to ensure that all phases of the project are completed on time and expected costs are under control, controlling the associated risks.Coordinating with various departments and stakeholders to track progress, identify potential delays, and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.ResponsibilitiesDevelop high-level project schedules for all projects using Project and other relevant tools, based on established procedures set by the project management team or company standards.Develop and maintain project schedules, set milestones, and coordinate with teams to ensure alignment with project goals.Gain a thorough understanding of the project lifecycle from origination to Commercial Operation Date (COD) to ensure accurate scheduling and timely project completion.Incorporate the project schedule into the contract, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned on key deadlines.Maintain the schedule as a critical reference to avoid delays that could negatively impact the company's financial results.Act as the central point of communication between Business Development, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction teams, ensuring they provide timely updates on their progress.Monitor and track project timelines, ensuring adherence to deadlines, and promptly address any delays by coordinating with relevant teams.Regularly update project schedules ensuring that all changes are accurately reflected.Identify critical paths within the project schedules, evaluate different scenarios, and recommend corrective actions as needed.Create project budgets based on cost estimates, monitor expenditures, and forecast future costs throughout the project lifecycle.Track project expenses, identify variances between planned and actual costs, and recommend corrective actions.Coordinate the definition of project risk management plan and assist in developing cost-saving initiatives.Assist in bid analysis, invoice audits, and the development of contracting strategies for projects.Collaborate to ensure the achievement of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) objectives and goals set by management.Stay informed about and comply with all regulations, manuals, and procedures that affect your role, ensuring all scheduling activities meet both company and legal standards.Job RequirementsMaster's Degree in Industrial Engineering / Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering3+ years of experience in the renewable energy sector (EPC, IPP or similar)Native in Italian is required.Advanced level of English (minimum C1 level, written and spoken) is required.Proactivity, independence, curiosity, and a dynamic mindset.What We OfferZelestra isn't just a workplace; it is a place to embrace new challenges that will push you to the next level.You'll get the opportunity to grow, learn and evolve.You will be part of a winning, high-performing team and work hand in hand with top-tech clients.Contract type: Permanent (tempo indeterminato).Full-time position.Smart working: two days per week.A competitive remuneration that includes medical insurance and meal vouchers.Zelestra celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a variety of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity...Seniority level:Mid-Senior levelEmployment type:Full-timeJob function:Management and Manufacturing#J-*****-Ljbffr