Construction Project Planner (Data Centres / Mission Critical)

JR United Kingdom; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction technology company seeks a Construction Project Planner in Chester. The role involves managing project planning and delivery, collaborating with various teams to ensure timely project completion. The ideal candidate has experience in construction project planning, specifically in data centres or mission-critical projects, and is adept at using tools like Primavera P6 and Microsoft Power BI.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + public holidays

Private healthcare (UK only)

Christmas shutdown

Remote/hybrid working

Biannual reviews

Free lunch in London

Project travel across Europe

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of Construction Project Planning experience.
• Good knowledge of MEP planning in data centres or mission-critical sectors.
• Willingness to travel semi-regularly across Europe.

Responsibilities

• Manage project planning and delivery across multiple locations.
• Lead external planning teams and integrate project programmes with client requirements.
• Provide regular progress reports to clients and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Construction Project Planning

Stakeholder Interaction

Data Analytics using Power BI

Education

Relevant construction-related degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Asta Powerproject

Microsoft Power BI

Microsoft Excel

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Construction Project Planner (Data Centres / Mission Critical), Chester

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Client:

XYZ Reality

Location:

Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Introduction to XYZ

A groundbreaking & award-winning Construction Technology company; XYZ Reality are the creators of the world's first and only engineering-grade Augmented Reality solution, purpose-built for construction, and the power behind the most comprehensive Project Controls platform within the industry. We implement this technology on Mission Critical projects, utilizing AR to ensure schemes are completed on time and within budget.

Our model combines 4D Planning with real-time insights using Augmented Reality for quality and progress tracking.

As a Construction Planner at XYZ Reality, you will manage project planning and delivery across multiple locations throughout EMEA, collaborating with engineering, production, and sales teams to ensure timely, within-budget, high-quality project completion.

We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, offering you the chance to shape our company's future and impact the construction industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading external planning teams proficient with Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject, and 4D integration.
• Integrating Project Programmes with client requirements into 3D design.
• Expanding scheduled activities, including MEP programmes, to sequence construction and integrate within BIM models.
• Collaborating with Sales on client calls and demonstrating construction and scheduling knowledge.
• Performing project data analytics using Microsoft Power BI, Power Apps, and Excel.
• Providing regular progress reports to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Monitoring productivity and deadlines.
• Interacting regularly with stakeholders in this front-end role.
• Providing technical and assurance support for Planning & Project Controls within the XYZ Project Team.

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• 2-6 years of Construction Project Planning experience.
• Relevant construction-related degree at a professional level.
• Good knowledge of the construction industry, especially MEP planning in data centres or high-tech/mission-critical sectors.
• Experience with Primavera P6 and Asta Powerproject.
• Ability to analyze construction sequences, identify risks, and resolve coordination issues.
• Dynamic approach to stakeholder interaction and influence.
• Ability to coach and challenge management and non-specialists.
• Experience with 4D Construction software is advantageous but not essential.
• Eligibility to work in the UK without sponsorship.
• Willingness to travel semi-regularly across Europe for project meetings and workshops.

Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 DOE

Benefits include 25 days annual leave + public holidays, private healthcare (UK only), Christmas shutdown, remote/hybrid working, biannual reviews, staff parties, free lunch in London, and project travel across Europe. Join us in revolutionizing the construction industry!