Planning Director

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Planning Director for EMEA to lead project scheduling and risk management for large-scale data center projects. This role requires over a decade of experience in project scheduling, particularly in infrastructure, and a strong command of scheduling tools like Primavera P6 and MS Project. You will play a crucial role in mentoring a team of planners, ensuring timely project delivery, and maintaining stakeholder engagement across various geographies. If you are passionate about shaping the future of data center infrastructure, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project scheduling for large-scale infrastructure.
• Expertise in scheduling software and critical path management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage master schedules for on-time project delivery.
• Coordinate with teams and stakeholders to align project timelines.

Skills

Project Scheduling

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Leadership

Critical Path Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

PMP Certification

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Vantage is a global leader in data center development, delivering high-performance and sustainable infrastructure solutions. We are seeking a Planning Director for EMEA to oversee project scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder coordination for our large-scale data center projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage master schedules to ensure on-time project delivery.
• Coordinate with internal teams (design, construction, procurement) and external partners (contractors, vendors, consultants) to align project timelines.
• Mentor and develop a team of schedulers/planners to enhance scheduling practices.
• Lead schedule-related discussions with customers and stakeholders.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and maintain project momentum.
• Provide real-time updates, forecasts, and risk reports to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Utilize scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project) to track progress and optimize workflows.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in project scheduling for large-scale infrastructure or data center projects.
• Experience with Primavera P6.
• Expertise in scheduling software and critical path management.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• PMP certification is a plus.

The role demands extensive experience in large-scale infrastructure or construction projects, combined with an ability to manage multiple stakeholders across geographies.

Join Vantage and help shape the future of data center infrastructure. Apply today!