Planning Lead

Winthrop Technologies; Blyth; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Winthrop Technologies Ltd is seeking an experienced Planning Lead to join the Blyth project team. The role will own all planning and scheduling activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring programmes meet objectives and timelines.

You will develop integrated programmes, coordinate with PMs, design teams, and subcontractors, and manage risks to deliver on programme. A strong background in data centre or industrial projects is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar discipline.
• Minimum 7+ years' experience in project planning within construction or engineering.
• Strong experience developing and managing programmes on large-scale construction projects.
• Proficiency in planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project or similar).
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all planning and scheduling activities across the project lifecycle.
• Develop, maintain, and manage integrated project programmes in line with project objectives.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Package Managers, design teams, and subcontractors to align schedules.
• Monitor project progress, identify delays, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure programme delivery.
• Prepare and update short-term and long-term construction schedules.
• Conduct schedule risk analysis and support project teams in managing programme risks and opportunities.
• Chair and attend Planning Meetings, Progress Meetings, and Project Reviews.
• Provide regular progress reports, programme updates, and critical path analysis to senior management.
• Review subcontractor programmes and ensure alignment with overall project timelines.
• Support commercial and project teams with programme-related inputs for claims, variations, and reporting.
• Ensure all planning documentation is maintained and up to date.
• Proactively identify and resolve scheduling, sequencing, and coordination issues.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and tools across the project.

Skills

Project planning

Scheduling

Stakeholder management

Communication

Construction sequencing

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Overview

Winthrop Technologies is Europe's only dedicated data centre delivery partner, offering full turnkey solutions from design through to construction and commissioning. Headquartered in Dublin, we deliver projects across Europe and have become the most trusted name in our sector. We are currently seeking an experienced Planning Lead to join our project team in Blyth, United Kingdom. This role will be responsible for leading all project planning and scheduling activities, ensuring programmes are developed, managed, and delivered in line with project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all planning and scheduling activities across the project lifecycle
• Develop, maintain, and manage integrated project programmes in line with project objectives
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Package Managers, design teams, and subcontractors to align schedules
• Monitor project progress, identify delays, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure programme delivery
• Prepare and update short-term and long-term construction schedules
• Conduct schedule risk analysis and support project teams in managing programme risks and opportunities
• Chair and attend Planning Meetings, Progress Meetings, and Project Reviews
• Provide regular progress reports, programme updates, and critical path analysis to senior management
• Review subcontractor programmes and ensure alignment with overall project timelines
• Support commercial and project teams with programme-related inputs for claims, variations, and reporting
• Ensure all planning documentation is maintained and up to date
• Proactively identify and resolve scheduling, sequencing, and coordination issues
• Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and tools across the project

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar discipline
• Minimum 7+ years' experience in project planning within construction or engineering
• Strong experience developing and managing programmes on large-scale construction projects
• Proficiency in planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project or similar)
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• In-depth understanding of construction sequencing, methodologies, and project delivery
• Proven ability to manage complex schedules and deliver projects on programme
• Data centre, industrial, or mission-critical project experience is advantageous
• Opportunity to work for a market leader in the Data centre industry
• Working on large scale data centre projects
• Collaborative team working environments
• Career progression and development supported
• Competitive salary packages

About Winthrop Technologies

Winthrop Technologies Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.