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Construction Planner | Data Centre | Hayes | £75,000 - £85,000 + Excellent Benefits

Construction Planner Jobs in Hayes | Data Centre Construction | Primavera P6 | Main Contractor

Location: Hayes, West London
Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Construction Planner required for a major data centre project

An established and growing main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Construction Planner to join its team on a large-scale data centre construction project near Hayes, West London.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a strong reputation for delivering complex projects across the data centre, defence and energy sectors. With a healthy pipeline of secured work, the company offers long-term career prospects and the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most technically challenging construction projects.

If you're an experienced Project Planner, Planning Engineer or Construction Planner with a background in major construction projects, we'd like to hear from you.

The Role

Reporting to the Project Director and senior project team, you'll be responsible for developing, maintaining and analysing construction programmes throughout the project lifecycle.

Working closely with project managers, engineers and site teams, you'll ensure programmes remain accurate, achievable and aligned with project delivery objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed construction programmes using Primavera P6, MS Project or ASTA Powerproject
• Produce baseline programmes and live construction schedules
• Monitor site progress and update programmes accordingly
• Analyse critical path, float, delays and programme risks
• Produce look-ahead programmes, progress reports and planning updates
• Support project teams with programme recovery plans and "what-if" scenario analysis
• Manage programme baselining, change control and schedule integrity
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and commercial teams to support successful project delivery
• Provide planning support during tender and pre-construction phases, including logistics and sequencing
• Assist with delay analysis, extensions of time and programme records where required
• Identify opportunities to improve planning processes and reporting standards

About the Project

You'll initially be based on a major hyperscale data centre development near Hayes.

The project includes:

Multiple state-of-the-art data halls

High and medium voltage electrical infrastructure

Energy centres and backup power generation

Extensive civil engineering and external works

Associated office and visitor facilities

This is a long-term, high-profile development offering exposure to one of the UK's fastest-growing construction sectors.

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience

Previous experience as a Construction Planner, Project Planner or Planning Engineer

Strong background in construction planning or project controls

Experience developing and maintaining project programmes across design, construction and commissioning

Excellent working knowledge of Primavera P6, Microsoft Project or ASTA Powerproject

Strong understanding of construction sequencing and project delivery methodologies

Experience working under NEC3, NEC4 and/or FIDIC contracts

Excellent communication, analytical and reporting skills

Competent using Microsoft Office and document management platforms such as SharePoint

Qualifications

Degree, HNC or equivalent qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Controls or a related discipline

Planning or Project Controls qualifications are desirable

Commitment to continuous professional development

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £75,000 - £80,000
• Car Allowance
• Competitive Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare and Cash Plan
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eyecare Vouchers
• 25 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
• Birthday Leave
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Long-term career progression with a growing contractor
• Opportunity to work on one of the UK's leading data centre construction projects

Equal Opportunities

Our client is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.

Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership, or gender reassignment.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Construction Planner, Planning Engineer, Project Controls Engineer or Project Planner looking to join a leading contractor on a landmark data centre project in West London, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for immediate consideration.