Planning Manager

Gold Group; Slough; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Slough is seeking a Planning Manager to lead a major data centre project. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing complex projects, excellent communication skills, and strong commercial awareness. This role offers a salary of £90-£120,000 plus a car allowance and other benefits including pension and healthcare.

Benefits

Annual car allowance

Pension

Healthcare

Life Assurance

Bonus

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Planning Manager / Senior Planner within a main contracting environment.
• Ability to manage multiple project programmes and reporting requirements.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project programmes across all phases.
• Lead planning input on tenders and feasibility studies.
• Monitor project progress and provide strategic solutions.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Job description

Title: Planning Manager Location: Slough Salary: £(phone number removed) + car allowance + bonus + package

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Planning Manager to join the data centre division of an established construction business. The Planning Manager will join a dynamic team and take the lead on a new major data centre project based in Slough.

The Planning Manager will play a pivotal role in the successful planning and delivery of hyperscale date centre projects for key clients across the UK. They will be responsible taking a lead in planning complex data centre projects through all phases - from tender to contract stages.

The Planning Manager will play a key role in the successful delivery of an new exciting complex hyperscale scheme. They will utilize their expertise to shape project timelines, coordinate resources and ensure delivery aligns with their clients expectations. They will collaborate closely with stakeholders, including clients, architects, engineers, and contractors, to develop robust project strategies and ensure seamless transitions from pre-construction to execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project programmes across pre-construction, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases
• Lead planning input on tenders, feasibility studies, and design coordination
• Monitor project progress, analyse variances, and provide strategic solutions to mitigate delays
• Work collaboratively with project teams, clients, and supply chain partners
• Regularly report on programme performance, key milestones, and critical path analysis
• Champion best practices in project controls and programme management

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Planning Manager / Senior Planner within a main contracting environment
• Extensive experience building industry experience including data centres
• Ability to manage multiple project programmes and reporting requirements
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction methodologies

OFFER

• £90-£120,000 per annum
• Annual car allowance £7,000
• Pension, Healthcare, Life Assurance, Private Medical
• Bonus
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Plus other great benefits

If you are looking for a new career challenge in planning and you would like to be considered for the above opportunity then please apply by sending your CV or call Matt Lilburn on (phone number removed) for a confidential chat quoting reference 72190.