Reference
MW80
Sector
Construction - UK, Datacentre
Salary
£90,000 to £150,000 Per Annum
Town/City
London, Middlesbrough
Contract Type
Full time
Closing Date
31/10/2026
Senior Planner – Data Centres
A leading global data centre contractor is looking for an experienced Senior Planner to join their UK team, supporting the delivery of major hyperscale and mission-critical projects.
The role will be initially based in London, before transitioning to the North East as the project progresses.
The Role
Reporting to the Planning Manager, you will be responsible for developing, managing and maintaining detailed project programmes throughout the project lifecycle.
You will work closely with project management, commercial, engineering and construction teams to monitor progress, manage programme risks and ensure key milestones are achieved.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain detailed programmes using Primavera P6
- Monitor progress, critical path and key project milestones
- Identify programme risks, delays and opportunities
- Produce programme updates, progress reports and recovery schedules
- Review and manage subcontractor programmes
- Support construction sequencing, resource planning and project controls
- Work closely with project teams, clients and subcontractors
Requirements
- 5–10+ years' experience in construction project planning
- Strong knowledge of construction sequencing and critical path analysis
- Advanced Primavera P6 experience
- Experience producing detailed programmes, updates and recovery plans
- Previous Data Centre, industrial, pharmaceutical, energy or other complex project experience is highly advantageous
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Relevant Engineering, Construction or Planning qualification advantageous
- Willingness to work in London initially before transitioning to Middlesbrough
The Opportunity
- Join a global leader in data centre construction
- Work on major hyperscale projects
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Long-term UK and international career opportunities
- Excellent progression and professional development