Planning Engineer — Life Sciences & Data Centre Projects

Turner & Townsend; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Edinburgh seeks a Project Planner to join its Project Controls team. The role involves supporting major construction projects across the Life Sciences, Pharma, and Data Centre sectors. Ideal candidates will have project controls experience, familiarity with tools like Oracle Primavera, and strong communication skills. This position offers opportunities to influence the success of high-profile projects and requires effective collaboration with diverse teams.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Opportunity for professional growth

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Previous experience in project controls within life sciences, pharma, or data centre sectors.
• Degree educated with relevant industry experience necessary.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify trends and recommend actions to improve project outcomes.
• Evaluate project time, cost, and quality targets.
• Act as key contact for clients regarding progress and issues.

Skills

Project Controls Management

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Change Management

Planning

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Oracle Primavera

MS Project

Excel

PRISM (Cost Management System)

Job description

A global professional services firm in Edinburgh seeks a Project Planner to join its Project Controls team. The role involves supporting major construction projects across the Life Sciences, Pharma, and Data Centre sectors. Ideal candidates will have project controls experience, familiarity with tools like Oracle Primavera, and strong communication skills. This position offers opportunities to influence the success of high-profile projects and requires effective collaboration with diverse teams.