Project Planner

Description

Schedule Analysis

• Identify risks, constraints and potential delays early
• Attend coordination meetings and clearly communicate programme status
• Review contractor programmes and assess alignment with the master schedule
• Prepare detailed project schedules from early design through to commissioning
• Carry out critical path reviews and scenario analysis
• Track project progress and update schedules to reflect actual performance
• Ensure programme outputs meet consultancy standards and client expectations
• Produce weekly and monthly progress reports for internal teams and client stakeholders
• Work closely with project managers, engineering teams and commercial teams
• Assist with delay assessments and support commercial teams where schedule impact is involved
• Provide planning insights and support for forecasting and decision making
• Establish milestones, sequencing and logic for all phases of the data centre project
• Maintain accurate planning files, revision histories and supporting documentation

Requirements

The consultancy is seeking an experienced Project Planner to support the delivery of large-scale data center projects in the UK. The role involves developing and managing detailed project schedules, coordinating with multiple disciplines and ensuring programme information is accurate and presented clearly. This position suits someone who can bring strong structure and planning discipline to complex technical projects.

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Proven experience as a planner or scheduler on data centre projects
• Strong communication skills with confidence in client facing situations
• Skilled in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and MEP coordination
• Additional planning related certification is advantageous
• Degree in engineering, construction management, project management or related discipline

Benefits

Salary: £110,000 to £120,000

Package Offered

Working Arrangement: Hybrid

• Salary of £110,000 to £120,000 depending on experience
• Full benefits package available on application
• Travel allowance
• Opportunity to work on large-scale data center projects with a respected consultancy
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Strong development and progression pathways

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance