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Role:

Senior Project Planner

Location:

Helsinki

Employment  Type:

Full Time

Reference number:

BH-7016

Profession:

Data Centre

Date posted:

14-Sep-2026

Senior Project Planner | Data Centre Construction
 
V7 Recruitment are working with a leading data centre delivery specialist to recruit an ambitious Project Planner to join their growing project delivery team in Helskinki, Finland.  
 
This is an excellent opportunity for a Planner with construction experience to work on large-scale, technically complex projects within one of the fastest-growing sectors in Europe. You will play a key role in developing and managing project programmes from pre-construction through to construction, commissioning and final delivery.
 
What's On Offer
  • Opportunity to work on major, high-profile data centre projects.
  • Salary upto €115,000 DOE
  • Accommodation (or accommodation allowance) provided.
  • Weekly allowance provided.
  • 3 or 5 Week rotation travel expenses covered.
  • Multiple shift patterns available.
  • Clear opportunities for career development and progression.
  • Collaborative and supportive project environment.
 
The Role
  • Developing, maintaining and reviewing detailed master construction programmes.
  • Producing project controls procedures, progress reviews and reports for senior stakeholders.
  • Monitoring project progress, identifying risks, delays and programme variances.
  • Supporting proactive problem-solving and implementing corrective actions where required.
  • Managing programme resource requirements across pre-construction, construction and commissioning phases.
  • Creating and maintaining progress reporting tools to track key milestones and project objectives.
  • Providing regular performance updates and variance analysis.
  • Representing the Planning function in client and subcontractor meetings.
  • Working closely with project teams and key stakeholders to ensure clear communication around programme status.
  • Supporting the development of long-term client relationships and contributing to wider business growth.
  • Taking ownership of assigned projects while supporting colleagues across the wider planning team.
  • Contributing to continuous improvement and the development of best-practice planning processes.
 
What We're Looking For
  • Degree qualified in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
  • A minimum of 2 years' experience within construction planning or project controls.
  • Experience working on large-scale construction projects, ideally within data centres, mission-critical or high-tech industrial environments.
  • Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing and planning processes.
  • Proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Asta Powerproject.
  • Experience with BIM or digital construction tools would be highly advantageous.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an understanding of programming techniques and production rates.
 


V7 Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be considered solely on merit and suitability for the role.
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