Senior Planning Manager - Hyperscale Data Centre

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

Job summary

A reputable construction company is seeking a Planning Manager to oversee major data centre projects in Slough. The successful candidate will develop and manage detailed project schedules, ensuring effective delivery from tender to contract stages. Candidates should have proven experience in main contracting and data centre environments, excellent leadership and communication skills, and be able to manage multiple project deliverables. This role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits including a car allowance and annual leave.

Benefits

Annual car allowance £7,000

Bonus

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Other great benefits

Qualifications

• 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.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction methodologies.

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.

Skills

Planning Management

Communication Skills

Leadership

Commercial Awareness

Job description

A reputable construction company is seeking a Planning Manager to oversee major data centre projects in Slough. The successful candidate will develop and manage detailed project schedules, ensuring effective delivery from tender to contract stages. Candidates should have proven experience in main contracting and data centre environments, excellent leadership and communication skills, and be able to manage multiple project deliverables. This role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits including a car allowance and annual leave.