Senior Planner (Data Centre Construction)

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm is seeking a Senior Planner for Data Centre Construction projects in Slough. This role involves leading the planning process, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects. Competitive salary, flexible benefits, and a strong focus on career development are provided within an innovative environment that values work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Enhanced Annual Leave

Career Growth Opportunities

Knowledge Sharing Engagement

Energy Efficiency Projects

Work-Life Balance Programs

Enhanced Family Leave Policies

Volunteering Leave

Comprehensive Training Programmes

Regular Leadership Engagement

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of construction contracts and sequencing.
• Experience in project planning with a strong focus on mentoring.
• Ability to provide EOT advice and manage project changes.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing programme plans from bid to delivery.
• Leading project planning on large, complex schemes.
• Mentoring junior planners and contributing to best practices.

Skills

Relationship building

Negotiation

Communication

Risk identification

Education

Construction management experience

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

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Senior Planner (Data Centre Construction), slough

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Client:

MiCiM

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Planner

UK/Europe

At MiCiM we deliver outstanding project management and construction services to the Data Centre and Mission Critical sectors. It’s our mission to help clients create world-class facilities while fostering open, honest, and collaborative relationships.

We’re looking for a Senior Planner who thrives on delivering excellence from bid to project handover.

You’ll work closely with our senior leadership and site teams, influencing some of the most exciting mission critical projects in the UK and Europe.

You will be responsible for:

• Developing, reviewing and managing programme plans from bid through delivery
• Leading project planning on large, complex schemes with autonomy
• Collaborating with clients, consultants and supply chain partners
• Providing EOT advice, managing change, and producing “as-built” records
• Mentoring junior planners and contributing to best practice across the business
• Supporting business reporting with data insights and audits
• Advising during bid stage with method statements and time-related prelims

About you:

• Previous planning experience & deep knowledge of construction contracts and sequencing
• Excellent relationship building skills & the ability to negotiate and collaborate with suppliers and clients
• Good knowledge of Asta Powerproject, Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
• Confident in analysing project logic and identifying risk
• Skilled in communication, stakeholder engagement and mentoring
• Curious, pragmatic and always looking for smarter ways to work

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.