Data Centres Project Planner

Emcor Uk; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Cheltenham is seeking a Project Programme Manager to implement and develop construction schedules for data centre projects. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in project management software and construction project delivery, ensuring compliance with regulations. Benefits include generous annual leave, health cash plans, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

25 days holidays + Bank holidays

Health Cash Plan

Discount Shopping

Gym membership

Paid Volunteering Days

Learning & Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with project programme software packages.
• Experience in construction project delivery and CDM regulatory governance.
• Knowledge of critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and update detailed construction programmes.
• Align project schedules with resource schedules.
• Track and update project progress against baseline plans.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Manage programme changes and assess overall delivery impact.

Skills

Project programme software expertise

Construction project delivery experience

Knowledge of construction industry

Interpersonal and customer relationship skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

SMSTS accreditation

Valid full driving license

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

ASTA Powerproject

Job description

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00

Benefits: 25 days holidays + Bank holidays, Health Cash Plan, Discount Shopping, Gym, Days Out, Learning & Development opportunities, Paid Volunteering Days, plus many more.

About EMCOR UK:

At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day‑to‑day operations. Our purpose is to “create a better world at work”. Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data‑driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers’ evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

Job Purpose:

To implement and develop construction/project programmes for data centre projects, ensuring that outputs are comprehensive and uniform and represent the setting of new standards for all large‑scale operational projects whilst adhering to both client & EUK key milestone requirements. During the build execution phase of projects the role includes reviewing and updating project progress and resource analysis to support the operational delivery.

What you’ll do:

• Create, maintain, and update detailed construction programmes using planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, ASTA Powerproject).
• Ensure construction programmes reflect realistic timescales, resource availability, and client milestones.
• Align project schedules with labour resource, equipment and material schedules in support of procurement planning and subcontractor coordination.
• Support the mobilisation of new projects, ensuring all elements (site setup, documentation, logistics) are phased in accordance with both EUK and client expectations.
• Track and update project progress against baseline plans.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders, highlighting risks, delays, and any mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with site teams, technical & design team members, clients, and subcontractors to ensure alignment on timelines and deliverables.
• Identify scheduling risks and propose solutions.
• Manage programme changes and assess impact on overall delivery timescale and resource requirements.
• Ensure planning activities comply with CDM regulations and internal governance standards.
• Develop standardised toolkits for consistent project commencement.
• Produce project reports outlining progress against baseline programme and resource scheduling.
• Attend site/client meetings either onsite or virtually to ensure all relevant project information is captured and any progress completion is incorporated.
• Support project tenders and bid development teams with tender‑stage construction programmes and liaise with the team to develop delivery & resource schedules to identify any time & cost mitigation.

About the role

• Extensive experience with project programme software packages.
• Experience in construction project delivery and CDM regulatory governance.
• Knowledge of the construction industry and the sequencing of construction projects.
• Valid full driving licence.
• Knowledge of critical environments and the operation of.
• SMSTS accredited.

Personal Attributes

• Ability to lead and act with authority when required.
• Motivated self‑starter with a pro‑active approach.
• High standard of personal integrity and professionalism with adaptability to change.
• The ability to gather information from all relevant sources.
• Ability to think and react to immediate problems and issues without losing sight of or compromising project goals.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• The ability to make decisions and solve problems – analysing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• A good level of interpersonal and customer relationship skills.
• The ability to communicate with supervisors and peers, providing information to supervisors, co‑workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e‑mail, or in person.
• Industry‑leading maternity & paternity policies.
• Refer a friend scheme – worth £500 per referral.
• GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining.
• Discount shopping, gym, mobile, family activities, insurance, dining experiences, car leasing and breakdown cover.
• Bike To Work Scheme.
• Health cash plan – benefits covered include optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing.
• Access to health assessments.
• Employee Assistance Programme – offering guidance and advice on personal, health, legal and financial queries.

At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem‑solving.

We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices.

Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed.

Join us in building a better world at work.