Professional, PDS Projects

JLL; Visakhapatnam District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking an Associate Planning Lead for Data Center Construction to lead planning and scheduling for large-scale data center projects. You will develop and maintain detailed schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project, coordinating with design, procurement, and construction teams to track progress and ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires 5+ years of construction planning experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and a bachelor’s degree in a

Qualifications

• 5+ years construction planning experience, preferably in data centers, mission-critical facilities, or large commercial projects.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project required.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning and scheduling activities for large-scale data center construction projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project, coordinating with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders to track progress and identify critical path activities.
• Monitor project milestones, analyze schedule variances, and implement corrective actions to mitigate delays; prepare regular progress reports and forecasts for senior management and clients.
• Coordinate with design, procurement, and construction teams to ensure seamless integration of MEP systems and infrastructure unique to data centers.
• Facilitate weekly schedule review meetings and manage resource allocation, manpower planning, and equipment scheduling.

Skills

Project planning

Scheduling

Stakeholder management

Analytical

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Associate Planning Lead – Data Center Construction

Lead project planning and scheduling activities for large-scale data center construction projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and quality standards. Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules using industry-standard software (Primavera P6, MS Project), coordinating with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders to track progress and identify critical path activities.

Associate Planning Lead – Data Center Construction

Lead project planning and scheduling activities for large-scale data center construction projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and quality standards. Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules using industry-standard software (Primavera P6, MS Project), coordinating with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders to track progress and identify critical path activities.

Monitor project milestones, analyze schedule variances, and implement corrective actions to mitigate delays. Prepare regular progress reports and forecasts for senior management and clients, highlighting risks and opportunities. Coordinate with design, procurement, and construction teams to ensure seamless integration of MEP systems, structural components, and mission-critical infrastructure unique to data centers.

Facilitate weekly schedule review meetings, ensuring alignment across all project stakeholders and trade partners. Manage resource allocation, manpower planning, and equipment scheduling to optimize productivity. Conduct schedule risk analysis and develop contingency plans for complex, phased construction sequences.

Requirements:

5+ years construction planning experience, preferably in data centers, mission-critical facilities, or large commercial projects. Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project required. Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.