John Harwood
About John Harwood
John Harwood is the European Program Manager at QuEST Global, with extensive experience in program management, engineering, and training roles across various organizations in Europe.
Title and Role at QuEST Global
John Harwood currently serves as the European Program Manager at QuEST Global, based in Europe. In this capacity, he formulates and implements strategies to improve program efficiency and effectiveness. One of his significant contributions includes the development and implementation of a robust risk mitigation plan for program teams.
Previous Roles at QuEST Global
From 2017 to 2019, John Harwood worked as the European Delivery Assurance Manager at QuEST Global in Derby, United Kingdom. In this role, he enhanced the quality of existing programs by tracking and reporting on key performance indicators, including quality, delivery, cost, management, and technology (QDCMT).
Career at ITP Engines UK Ltd
John Harwood was a Principal Manufacturing Engineer (Product Lead) at ITP Engines UK Ltd from 2015 to 2017 in Lincoln, United Kingdom. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in product development and manufacturing processes.
Early Career at Turbine Repair Technologies and Royal Air Force
John Harwood worked as a Development/Repair Engineer & Human Factors Instructor at Turbine Repair Technologies from 2012 to 2015 in Derby, United Kingdom. Prior to this, he had an extensive career with the Royal Air Force, holding multiple roles such as Training Manager, Engine Training & Development Coordinator, and System & Operations from 2001 to 2012.
Business Initiatives and Achievements at QuEST Global
At QuEST Global, John Harwood has been instrumental in several key initiatives. He crafted technical, operational, and commercial proposals, participated in tender and grant application processes, and formulated business intelligence strategies to maximize outsourcing business share. Notably, he increased headcount by 50% through the execution of business development strategies and opened a new hub in Poland to secure maximum profitability.