Planning Manager

Description

Reporting to the Regional Planning Manager, the Planning Lead will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and reviewing project schedules and controls procedures. This role requires strong analytical, technical, and communication skills, with a focus on proactive planning, risk management, and performance tracking to ensure successful project delivery.

• Take ownership of assigned projects and assist colleagues on other projects as needed
• Develop, maintain, and review detailed master construction programmes and project controls procedures for live projects
• Prepare and present progress reviews and reports to senior management
• Represent the Planning function in client and subcontractor meetings, ensuring clear communication of schedule status and planning issues
• Provide performance updates and variance reports, identifying corrective actions where required
• Liaise with key stakeholders to review project progress, identify risks, and support proactive problem-solving
• Support account management and business development by building and maintaining long-term client relationships
• Work with a market leader in the Data centre Construction industry
• Ensure project planning practices align with company standards and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Establish and manage project schedule resource requirements across all phases — pre-construction, construction, and commissioning
• Create and maintain progress reporting tools to monitor the achievement of project goals and milestones

Requirements

• Strong analytical and logical thinking skills, with a sound understanding of programming techniques and typical production rates
• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• Minimum 6+ years' relevant experience in the construction industry, preferably within a main contracting environment
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and/or Asta Powerproject; experience with BIM / digital construction tools and workflows is highly desirable
• Experience working on large-scale projects, ideally within the data centre or high-tech industrial sectors
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex planning information clearly
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, sequencing, and planning processes
• Capable of working to defined, and often challenging, timescales
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of contractual and project management principles

Benefits

• Long-term career progression opportunities and professional development support
• Competitive salary packages

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance