Planner/ Project Coordinator

Arup; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a skilled Project Planner for a 14-month contract in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. The ideal candidate will have 8-12 years of experience in large-scale construction projects, especially in data centers. Key responsibilities include developing baseline schedules, monitoring contractor progress, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure project success. The role offers a competitive total rewards package, including flexible working hours and various allowances.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Paid maternity leave for 98 days

Paid paternity leave for 7 working days

Birthday leave

Mobile phone allowance

Travel allowance

Purchase additional leave of up to 20 days

International mobility opportunities

Paid annual subscription to relevant professional association

Reimbursement of Professional Engineers application and examination fees

Exam Leave (6 days)

QP allowance

Master’s Degree Sponsorship Scheme

Car allowance for Associates and above

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of planning experience on large-scale construction projects, ideally data centers.
• Strong grasp of full lifecycle project phases.
• In-depth knowledge of WBS structures tailored for colocator data centers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage baseline schedules and progress tracking tools.
• Plan and sequence fast-track activities, including parallel works.
• Report key metrics through dashboards and earned value analysis.

Skills

Planning experience on large-scale construction projects

Expertise in Primavera P6

Strong communication skills

Site-driven mindset

Stakeholder coordination

Tools

MS Project

Schedule reporting tools

Job description

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Planner to lead planning, scheduling, and progress tracking for complex, fast‑paced data center construction projects. This role requires a hands‑on approach, deep technical understanding, and the ability to adapt schedules based on real‑time site conditions. You’ll play a critical role in keeping the project on track from design coordination through to commissioning and handover. This role is a 14‑month contract role.

The Opportunity

• Develop and manage baseline schedules, look‑ahead programs, and progress tracking tools.
• Plan and sequence fast‑track activities, including parallel works and phased handovers.
• Monitor contractor progress on‑site, validate claims, and assess recovery plans with mitigation strategies.
• Report key metrics through dashboards, S‑curves, earned value analysis, and visual updates.
• Work collaboratively with contractors, PMC teams, and clients to ensure alignment on timelines and deliverables.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

• 8–12 years of planning experience on large‑scale construction projects, ideally data centers or mission‑critical builds.
• Strong grasp of full lifecycle project phases including design, MEP, architectural, IT readiness, T&C, and approvals.
• Expertise in Primavera P6, MS Project, and schedule reporting tools.
• In‑depth knowledge of WBS structures tailored for colocator data centers.
• A proactive, site‑driven mindset with strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills.

What We Offer You

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy.

Please see a list of Arup’s Malaysia benefits below:

• Flexible working hours
• Paid maternity leave for 98 days
• Paid paternity leave for 7 working days
• Birthday leave
• Mobile phone allowance
• Travel allowance
• Purchase Additional leave of up to 20 days (permanent employees)
• International mobility opportunities
• Paid Annual subscription to relevant Professional association.
• Reimbursement of Professional Engineers application and examination fees
• Exam Leave (6 days)
• QP allowance
• Master’s Degree Sponsorship Scheme
• Car allowance for Associates and above.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates.

Our Application Process

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps.