Planning Manager

Title: Planning Manager

Location: Finland

Salary: Permanent or Contract | Flights & Accommodation Provided

A leading international consultancy is seeking an experienced Planning Manager to join their team on a flagship hyperscale data centre project based in Finland. This is a key appointment offering the chance to play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of a high-profile data centre programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the project planning function for a major hyperscale data centre development.
• Work closely with the end client, main contractors, and internal project teams to ensure robust planning and scheduling across all project stages.
• Develop, maintain, and optimise detailed construction schedules in alignment with project objectives.
• Analyse progress, identify potential risks or delays, and provide mitigation strategies.
• Prepare high-quality reports, dashboards, and programme updates for senior stakeholders.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of planning processes and project controls systems.

Experience & Requirements

• Extensive data centre experience—ideally hyperscale or large-scale mission-critical environments.
• Strong background in main contracting, with a track record of delivering complex construction projects.
• Proficiency in industry-standard planning software (e.g., Primavera P6).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, international project environment.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary / day rate
• Flights & Accommodation Provided
• Extensive benefits package
• Opportunity to lead planning on one of Europe’s most significant data centre developments.
• Join a respected global consultancy with a strong pipeline of major projects.

If you are looking for a new career challenge in planning and you would like to be considered for the above opportunity then please apply by sending your CV to [email protected] or call Matt Lilburn on 01342 330 533 for further information quoting reference 72422.