Planning Manager
Job Description
Title: Planning Manager\nLocation: Slough\nSalary: £(phone number removed) + car allowance + bonus + package\n\nAn excellent opportunity has arisen for a Planning Manager to join the data centre division of an established construction business. The Planning Manager will join a dynamic team and take the lead on a new major data centre project based in Slough.\n\nThe Planning Manager will play a pivotal role in the successful planning and delivery of hyperscale date centre projects for key clients across the UK. They will be responsible taking a lead in planning complex data centre projects through all phases - from tender to contract stages.\n\nThe Planning Manager will play a key role in the successful delivery of an new exciting complex hyperscale scheme.
They will utilize their expertise to shape project timelines, coordinate resources and ensure delivery aligns with their clients expectations. They will collaborate closely with stakeholders, including clients, architects, engineers, and contractors, to develop robust project strategies and ensure seamless transitions from pre-construction to execution.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nDevelop and manage detailed project programmes across pre-construction, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases\nLead planning input on tenders, feasibility studies, and design coordination\nMonitor project progress, analyse variances, and provide strategic solutions to mitigate delays\nWork collaboratively with project teams, clients, and supply chain partners\nRegularly report on programme performance, key milestones, and critical path analysis\nChampion best practices in project controls and programme management\nKey Requirements:\n\nProven experience as a Planning Manager / Senior Planner within a main contracting environment\nExtensive experience building industry experience including data centres\nAbility to manage multiple project programmes and reporting requirements\nExcellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills\nStrong commercial awareness and understanding of construction methodologies\nOFFER\n\n£90-£120,000 per annum\nAnnual car allowance £7,000\nPension, Healthcare, Life Assurance, Private Medical\nBonus\n28 days annual leave plus bank holidays\nPlus other great benefits\nIf 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 or call Matt Lilburn on (phone number removed) for a confidential chat quoting reference 72190.\n\nServices advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.\nWe will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website