Project Planner - Data Centre Construction - UK/Europe

MiCiM International; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave + Christmas shut

Performance-based bonuses

Career development and mentorship

Training opportunities

Job summary

MiCiM International is seeking an experienced Planner to lead delivery of Data Centre projects in the UK and Europe. You will manage complex plans from bid stage to completion, ensuring cross-project consistency and robust documentation control.

The role requires strong stakeholder relations, systems proficiency, and the ability to train project staff. Competitive pay and a focus on work-life balance are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction planning, ideally on data centre or mission-critical projects.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with suppliers and clients.

Responsibilities

• Review complex plans, programmes and reports.
• Ensure consistent programme management across projects.
• Maintain documentation control from initiation to completion.
• Monitor performance criteria across lifecycle.
• Provide training and support to project staff.
• Prepare project reports and keep records.
• Set up protocols and manage supply chain programme production.
• Integrate design and procurement with construction.

Skills

Construction planning

Stakeholder management

Software proficiency

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

MiCiM provide focused, end to end project management and construction delivery services, specialising in the Data Centre and Mission Critical sectors.

We are looking for an experienced Planner to join our EMEA team, leading the delivery of some fantastic Data Centre projects in the UK and Europe..

You will enable the smooth running of large Data Centre construction projects from bid stage through to completion.

You will be responsible for:

• Reviewing & providing complex analysis of plans, programmes and reports.
• Ensuring programme management is consistent across projects and in line with best practice.
• Maintaining control and traceability of documentation from project initiation through to completion.
• Monitoring performance measurement criteria throughout a project’s lifecycle
• Providing training and support to non-planning project staff
• Keeping records & preparing project reports
• Setting up protocols and managing supply chain programme production, issue and acceptance.
• Ensuring proper integration of design and procurement elements of programmes with construction.
• Working with planning department peers to implement best practice and share knowledge.

About You:

• Previous construction planning experience, ideally on Mission Critical projects.
• Excellent relationship building skills & the ability to negotiate and collaborate with suppliers and clients
• Systems savvy & adept at picking up new project management software

Why work for us?

• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.
• Enhanced Annual Leave: 24 days annual leave + Christmas shutdown.
• Career Growth: MiCiM offers robust career development opportunities, including mentorship, training, and progression within the company.
• Knowledge Sharing and Engagement: Share your expertise and engage with educational institutions and further education bodies to inspire the next generation.
• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge projects with a company that values creativity and innovation.
• Energy Efficiency and Sustainability: Our clients are industry leaders which means the projects we work on are often at the forefront of engineering excellence with respect to Energy Efficiency and Sustainability.
• Work-Life Balance: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, family-focused culture that includes enhanced benefits for mental health, neurodiversity, maternity, paternity, and menopause.
• Women in Construction: MiCiM is a proud co-founding member of FWD -Forum for Women in Data Centres, as well as provide enhanced pregnancy, maternity, return to work and menopause benefits for our employees.
• Enhanced Family Leave Policies: We offer enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave, providing you with the support you need during important life events.
• Volunteering Leave: We encourage giving back to the community with 2 paid days of leave per year for volunteering activities of your choice.
• Comprehensive Training Programmes: Support your career progression with structured training programmes, including opportunities for chartership and professional memberships.
• Multiple Network and Committee opportunities with MiCiM to get involved with should you wish.
• Regular Leadership Engagement: Participate in regular communication opportunities with company leaders to stay informed and involved.