Planning & Scheduling Manager

DayOne; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DayOne in Malaysia is seeking a Planning Manager to oversee and optimize multiple construction project schedules, ensuring alignment with goals and providing scheduling insights to stakeholders.

The role focuses on developing schedules, mitigating delays, and coordinating with internal teams, contractors, and vendors to maintain project efficiency and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in a construction-related field or equivalent.
• Experience in scheduling large construction projects with strong technical planning skills.
• Solid understanding of construction contracts, delays, and change management.
• Excellent collaboration and communication across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Highly organized, proactive problem-solving and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and update project schedules using Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 to align with milestones.
• Analyze progress, identify scheduling risks, and propose mitigations.
• Report schedule performance metrics to internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct delay analysis and propose recovery strategies.
• Coordinate with construction teams, contractors, and vendors to validate progress and lead times.
• Implement improvements in scheduling processes to enhance planning and execution.

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Join DayOne - Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure

DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we’ve built a robust presence across Asia and Europe - and we’re just getting started. As we expand into new international markets, we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure. If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne’s next chapter.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing project schedules across multiple construction projects. This individual contributor role focuses on developing and managing construction schedules, ensuring alignment with project goals, and supporting stakeholders with scheduling insights. The Planning Manager collaborates closely with internal teams, contractors, and vendors to enhance planning efficiency and mitigate delays.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, manage, and update project schedules using Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 to ensure alignment with project milestones.
• Analyze project progress, identify scheduling risks, and provide recommendations for mitigation.
• Report schedule performance metrics to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of project timelines.
• Conduct delay analysis and propose recovery strategies to maintain project efficiency.
• Coordinate with construction teams, contractors, and vendors to validate progress, lead times, and delivery schedules.
• Implement improvements and innovations in scheduling processes to enhance project planning and execution.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in a construction-related field with expertise in scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project and Primavera P6.
• Experience managing schedules for large construction projects, demonstrating strong technical and planning expertise.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, including the ability to assess and document project delays and changes.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Highly organized, adaptable, and proactive in problem-solving and decision-making.

DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

DayOne is a data center pioneer that develops and operates next-gen digital infrastructure for industry leaders who demand reliable, cost-effective and quickly scalable solutions. Our cutting-edge facilities empower hyperscalers and large enterprises to achieve rapid deployment and enhance connectivity, driving transformative engagement and innovation as we shape the future of industries. DayOne's data centers are located across key markets, including Singapore, Johor (Malaysia), Batam (Indonesia), Greater Bangkok, Hong Kong SAR, Tokyo, and beyond. Headquartered in Singapore, DayOne’s leadership team draws on over two decades of industry experience and a track record of building Asia's largest data center business. With DayOne, we have created the SIJORI (Singapore, Johor, and Riau Islands) market as a global data center hub. As demand for strategically located and customized data centers rises, DayOne's entrepreneurial spirit, customer-first strategy, deep local partnerships, and agile executional capabilities uniquely position us to power the growth ambitions of leading hyperscalers and large enterprises around the world.