Planner

ZipRecruiter; Newry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in data centre construction is seeking a Project Planner to oversee and manage project schedules. This role involves collaborating with managers and stakeholders, monitoring progress, and ensuring adherence to timelines. Ideal candidates will have a background in engineering with substantial experience in project planning and the ability to handle multiple projects efficiently.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Opportunity to travel across Europe

Training & Development Opportunities

Health & Well-being initiatives

Free Onsite Parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in project planning within electrical or engineering sectors.
• Proven ability to manage activity durations.
• Strong understanding of scheduling methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project schedules across electrical and engineering contracts.
• Monitor project progress through meetings and reports.
• Prepare and implement change controls related to project scope.

Skills

Time Management

Communication

Organization

Collaboration

Education

HNC, HND, or BSc in Engineering

Tools

Planning Software

Job description

Job Description

Location: Newry, Northern Ireland (HQ)

Project Type: Data Centre Construction & Power

Benefits Include:

• Pension Scheme
• The Opportunity to travel across Europe
• Training & Development Opportunities
• Health & Well being initiatives
• Free Onsite Parking and other additional benefit

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project schedules across electrical and engineering contracts.
• Collaborate with Contracts Managers to define planning rates and key project milestones.
• Establish logical work sequences, durations, and dependencies for all project activities.
• Monitor and report on project progress through attendance at programme and stakeholder meetings.
• Review supplier and subcontractor schedules to ensure alignment with overall project timelines.
• Utilize Earned Value Management (EVM) and resource planning tools to track performance and forecast outcomes.
• Prepare and implement change controls related to project scope, schedule, and budget allocations.
• Provide accurate scheduling insights to support internal planning and coordination across teams.

Qualification:

• HNC, HND, or BSc in Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a project planning role within the electrical or engineering sectors.
• Proven ability to define efficient work sequences and manage activity durations.
• Strong understanding of scheduling methodologies, planning software, and progress tracking tools.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external stakeholders.
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities, with experience handling multiple concurrent projects.