Data Centre Project Planner

VERNE; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data processing firm in the City of London is seeking a Project Planner to manage and optimize project schedules. This role involves close collaboration with the development and project management teams to ensure timely project completion. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, and has knowledge of MEP systems in data centre environments. This position offers competitive salary, hybrid working, and various professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Hybrid Work Model

Private Medical Insurance

Annual Bonus

Professional Development

Generous Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Detailed knowledge of MEP systems for data centres.
• Strong desire for skill development in data centre planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage project schedules to keep design programmes on track.
• Produce progress reports including dashboards with Power BI.
• Coordinate with architects and contractors for project execution.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving abilities

Project management expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Asta Powerproject

BIM

Primavera P6

Job description

About Verne

Verne is reinventing how the world uses data centres. Think flexible, optimised colocation services tailored for your requirements – all with the very best customer support you can imagine. And because our data centres are powered by sustainable energy, it doesn’t cost the Earth either. It’s the perfect environment where everyone thrives – you and the planet.

What you will be doing

As a Project Planner you will be responsible for the creation, management, and optimisation of project schedules to keep complex design programmes on track. Working in close collaboration with the development, project management and design teams, you will monitor the progress of tasks, maintain the programme to the latest information, and provide forecasts for future resource needs.

• Develop client schedules from initial concept design through to contract issue.
• Review and comment on contractor and subcontractor schedules.
• Develop 4D schedules from 3D models.
• Support coordination with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure the successful execution of data centre projects.
• Help oversee the progress of CSA Fit Out & MEP systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders, ensuring timely completion within budget.
• Produce comprehensive progress reports, including dashboards using Power BI.
• Maintain accurate documentation of project plans, specifications, and reports.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Detailed knowledge of MEP systems and their application in data centre environments.
• Strong desire to learn and develop skills in data centre planning and management.
• Proficiency in using planning and design software (Asta Powerproject, BIM, and Primavera P6) is a plus.
• Experience with data centre operations or other mission‑critical environments.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations (e.g., ASHRAE, IEEE).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively alone or in a team‑oriented environment.

What’s in it for you

Competitive Salary, Hybrid Work Model, Pension & Annual Bonus, Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Cover & Life Assurance, Professional Development & Training, Employee Assistance Programme, Sustainability & Innovation‑Focused Culture, Socials & Wellbeing Initiatives, Generous Annual Leave.

We’re looking for candidates who are currently based in the UK that hold EU Status and already have the right to work both here and in the EU without restrictions. As we’re not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role, we kindly ask that you only apply if you meet this requirement.