Description:
We are seeking an experienced Lead Planner to support the delivery of large-scale data centre projects across mainland Europe. This is a key leadership role suited to candidates with strong Mechanical or Electrical backgrounds, ideally within MEP or building services environments.
Role Overview
As Lead Planner, you will manage a team of planners, drive schedule development, and ensure programme accuracy across major projects. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, engage with multiple stakeholders, and contribute directly to successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of planners from Graduate to Senior level.
- Define team structure, responsibilities, and workload management.
- Ensure all deadlines and project milestones are met.
- Develop and manage project programmes using Primavera P6 or ASTA PowerProject.
- Produce high-quality planning deliverables using Excel, Power BI, and Bluebeam.
- Prepare Pre-Construction, Construction, and Commissioning schedules.
- Carry out weekly site walks to maintain an accurate understanding of progress.
- Liaise with project teams to resolve day-to-day issues and maintain schedule integrity.
- Manage the full project planning lifecycle and drive engagement across teams.
- Attend internal and external meetings with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
- Build strong working relationships to support alignment and communication across the project.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, Commercial, Construction, QA, Turnover, and other functions.
- Identify and mitigate risks before they impact project performance.
Candidate Requirements
- Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 or ASTA.
- Strong Mechanical and Electrical construction experience, ideally on data centre projects.
- Understanding of Delay Analysis techniques.
- Experience with BIM processes and engineering workflows at pre-construction stage.
- Familiarity with QA handover and Commissioning (Cx) requirements.
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
- Willingness to travel extensively across mainland Europe.