Senior Data Centre Interim Position
Job Title: Schedule / Planning Director – Data Centre Development
Location: EMEA based in the UK
Working for one of the Leading Global Data Centre Development Organisation
Company Overview
A global leader in data centre development, delivering cutting-edge.
Position Overview
* The Schedule/Planning Director
* Planning and scheduling of data centre development projects from inception to delivery.
* Driving schedule coordination, risk management, and customer-facing.
* stakeholder engagement across diverse regions.
* Ensuring that global data centre projects are executed on time, within scope, and aligned with customers.
* The role demands extensive experience in large-scale infrastructure or
* construction projects, combined with an ability to manage multiple stakeholders across
1. geographies.
Master Scheduling & Project Coordination:
* Develop, maintain, and manage master schedules for global data centre
* development projects, ensuring alignment with key milestones and
1. deliverables.
* Work collaboratively with internal teams (design, construction, procurement,
1. etc.) and external partners (contractors, vendors, and consultants) to ensure
* that all schedules are aligned with project timelines.
* Oversee the coordination of project tasks to ensure that site acquisition,
* permitting, design, construction, and commissioning activities are properly
1. sequenced.
* Stakeholder Management:
* Lead schedule-related discussions with global customers, ensuring that
* their requirements and expectations are integrated into project timelines.
* Serve as the main point of contact for customer stakeholders regarding
* schedule management, providing clear, timely updates and addressing
* concerns proactively.
* Ensure alignment between customer project teams, internal departments,
* and external contractors to maintain project momentum and transparency.
* Identify potential scheduling risks throughout the lifecycle of the project,
* including delays related to permitting, procurement, contractor availability,
* and construction execution.
* Develop comprehensive risk mitigation strategies to address potential
* bottlenecks and prevent delays, ensuring that contingency plans are in place
* for critical path activities.
* Perform continuous risk analysis to proactively identify emerging risks and adapt schedules accordingly to maintain project goals.
Conduct detailed impact assessments for any schedule deviations and
* Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management,
* or a related field.
* • 10+ years of experience in project scheduling, with a focus on large-scale
* infrastructure or data centre projects.
* Proven track record in managing global stakeholders, including customers,
* contractors, and internal teams, ensuring alignment on scheduling and
deliverables.
* Expertise in scheduling software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar
tools.
Deep understanding of project lifecycles, critical path management, and resource
allocation.
* Demonstrated experience in risk assessment and mitigation for large-scale
* construction projects.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-pressure
environment.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information
* clearly to diverse stakeholders.
* PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable