Senior Engineer, Planning

DayOne Data Centers Malaysia I Sdn. Bhd.; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DayOne Data Centers Malaysia I Sdn. Bhd. is seeking a Project Planner to manage schedules across live construction projects and develop tender schedules for upcoming work. You will collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure timely delivery.

The role requires a degree in construction, strong scheduling tools experience (MS Project, Primavera P6), and excellent coordination skills to drive on-time project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree in a construction-related field with training in Microsoft Project and Primavera P6.
• Experience managing large construction projects with strong scheduling expertise.
• Commercial awareness of construction contracts and delays.

Responsibilities

• Manage and update the Integrated Management Schedule for multiple projects using Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
• Report schedule progress and performance metrics to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the construction team and contractors to assess actual progress and planned construction methodologies.
• Prepare delay analysis reports and propose recovery strategies or delay mitigation measures.
• Develop detailed schedules, including reports, extracts, and short-term schedules.
• Communicate with vendors to confirm lead times and delivery dates.
• Implement improvements and innovations in the scheduling and planning processes.

Skills

Scheduling

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Construction knowledge

Education

Degree in construction-related field

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 Project Planner is responsible for managing and supporting construction schedules across live projects while developing tender schedules for upcoming projects using pre-construction information. This role ensures efficient planning, reporting, and schedule management through close collaboration with internal teams, contractors, and vendors.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and update the Integrated Management Schedule for multiple projects using Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
• Report schedule progress and performance metrics to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the construction team and contractors to assess actual progress and planned construction methodologies.
• Prepare delay analysis reports and propose recovery strategies or delay mitigation measures.
• Develop detailed schedules, including reports, extracts, and short-term schedules.
• Communicate with vendors to confirm lead times and delivery dates.
• Implement improvements and innovations in the scheduling and planning processes.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in a construction-related field with training in Microsoft Project and Primavera P6.
• Experience managing large construction projects with strong technical and scheduling expertise.
• Commercial awareness of construction contracts, including identifying and documenting changes and delays.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and teamwork skills, able to work cooperatively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Highly organized and adaptable, with excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and planning abilities.
• Proficient in contract knowledge and safety awareness, ensuring compliance and effective project management.

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, they 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.