Project Planning Specialist

Lead Project Time Scheduling EPCM

About us

At Topsoe we're leading the way in decarbonization, by supplying technology, catalysts, and services for the worldwide energy transition. It's a journey through science that we began over 80 years ago, with a philosophy to question the limits of possibility and inspire others to think further. Today, we're a community of over 2,000 problem solvers who are working together to find the answers to the world's biggest challenges. So, whether your expertise is in engineering, operations or broader business roles, we're all united by a desire to go solve. At Topsoe we value diversity, embrace differences, and we are constantly committed to creating a culture, where everyone feels safe, valued, respected, and included.

We are headquartered in Denmark and have offices and operations globally. Find out more at

Who we're looking for

We are seeking a skilled functional lead for Project Time Scheduling EPCM:

• To build up and lead a dedicated team of approx. 3 Time Scheduler colleagues.
• You take ownership of a portfolio of projects that you and your team will support with professional time scheduling expertise already starting from the
  initiation phase
  (bidding and contract negotiation) until the project´s completion. This includes complex projects in the syngas/gas industry but also our own internal investment projects extending our capacities of catalyst production or adding new productions facilities for completely new product.
• Your task will mainly focus on:
• Be on top of all ongoing projects wrt. time scheduling and serving the projects with time scheduling resources from your team at the right time with the right level of detail.
• Drive time scheduling principles and procedures applicable for the portfolio of projects
• Create project plans/time scheduling with relevant team members and ensure that deadlines are followed /maintained
• High ability for self-organization and pro-active style of working
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders (project partners and client)

• Analyze, plan, and develop requirements and standards in relation to scheduled technical projects as well as technical & schedule risk assessment

• Support EPCM projects in the
  execution phase
  and take ownership for

• Maintain/update/challenge regularly the time schedule in alignment with the project team
• Continuously monitoring and controlling progress of the portfolio of projects
• Actively contribute to risk and claim management towards contracting parties

What you'll bring

• A degree in engineering, preferably chemical engineering
• Experience in leading a dedicated team of scheduling experts
• 10+ years of experience in planning and project control in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical or Renewable energy sector
• Experience in project execution and preferably additionally in the construction area
• Ideally certified according to PMI-SP (Scheduling Professional), IPMA, PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional) or equivalent
• Demonstrated understanding and capabilities of working with Project Management processes, strategies, and methods
• Demonstrable ability to mitigate risk
• Ability to predict challenges and seek to proactively head-off obstacles
• Excellent computer literacy skills in MS office, MS Project and/or Primavera, SAP R3
• Attention to detail
• Ability to problem-solve under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• Ability to work with multiple teams in a fast-paced environment

Why join us

At Topsoe, you will enjoy a competitive salary package, a collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional development. We believe in fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning, where our employees are empowered to grow and make a difference.