Lead Planner

NRL; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension plan

Access to extensive learning and career development programmes

Additional company benefits package

Job summary

NRL is seeking an experienced Lead Planner to join our team on a major data centre development project in Amsterdam. This role requires expertise in high-rise building projects and offers the chance to deliver technically complex schemes while advancing your career with a leading international contractor.

Responsibilities include managing project programmes, ensuring compliance with schedules, and providing regular updates for stakeholders. Candidates should have extensive planning experience, proficiency in planning tools, and a relevant degree.

The role is based on-site in Amsterdam and offers benefits such as annual leave and a pension plan.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in planning and scheduling for high-rise building projects.
• Strong working knowledge of construction methods and project controls.
• Proficiency in planning tools such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor and manage project programmes from planning through construction.
• Ensure schedules align with project requirements and contractual obligations.
• Provide regular project reporting and dashboard updates for stakeholders.

Skills

Planning and scheduling for high-rise building projects

Construction methods and project controls

Planning tools such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Degree or equivalent in Construction, Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Lead Planner

Job Title Lead Planner Summary We are seeking an experienced Lead Planner to join our client on a major data centre development in Amsterdam. While the project is a data centre, we are specifically looking for someone with proven expertise in high‑rise building projects. This is an excellent opportunity to deliver a technically complex scheme whilst advancing your career with a leading international contractor.

Salary: Competitive salary

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands – on‑site role

Client Overview: Our client is a globally recognised construction company with extensive experience in delivering large‑scale projects across multiple sectors, ensuring quality, safety and innovation at every stage.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor and manage project programmes from planning through construction.
• Ensure schedules align with project requirements and contractual obligations.
• Produce resource‑loaded programmes, scenario planning and recovery schedules as needed.
• Track progress, highlight risks or delays and implement recovery actions.
• Provide regular project reporting and dashboard updates for stakeholders.
• Analyse the impact of design changes and support the change management process.
• Engage collaboratively with internal teams, subcontractors and consultants.
• Lead, mentor and support planning teams, driving consistency and best practice.

Must‑have Requirements

• Extensive experience in planning and scheduling for high‑rise building projects.
• Strong working knowledge of construction methods and project controls.
• Proficiency in planning tools such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities with strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Degree or equivalent in Construction, Engineering or related discipline.

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Professional membership with APM, PMI or equivalent.
• Experience integrating design, procurement and construction planning.
• Knowledge of BIM integration and cost or risk management systems.

Benefits

• 26 days annual leave
• Pension plan
• Access to extensive learning and career development programmes
• Additional company benefits package

Apply Now If you’re ready to lead planning on a high‑value data centre project in Amsterdam, apply today and take your next career step with our client.

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