Planner & Project Coordinator

Arup; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy in Johor Bahru is seeking a skilled Project Planner to lead planning and scheduling for complex data center construction projects. You will develop and manage schedules, monitor progress, and report key metrics. Ideal candidates will have 8–12 years of planning experience and strong skills in Primavera P6 and MS Project. Join a collaborative environment with a focus on diverse experiences. The position is a 14-month contract offering competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Paid maternity leave for 98 days

Mobile phone allowance

Master’s Degree Sponsorship Scheme

Car allowance for Associates and above

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage baseline schedules and progress tracking tools.
• Monitor contractor progress on-site and validate claims.
• Report key metrics through dashboards and earned value analysis.

Skills

Planning experience

Communication skills

Stakeholder coordination

Site-driven mindset

Tools

Primavera P6

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 to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and 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. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

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. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

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 an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup provide an environment where you will make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.

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