Planner / Scheduler (Primavera P6) · On-Site

Location:

Region: Stuttgart
Country: Germany

Role:

  • Industry: Data Centres, Engineering
  • Job Type: Contract / Freelance
Working Arrangement: On-site
Rate: Negotiable

Application Details:

Start Date: ASAP
Expiry Date: 28/12/2026
Job Reference: IS239489201

Planner / Scheduler (Primavera P6) · On-Site

g2 Recruitment is working with a leading main contractor that is building a hyperscale/colocation data centre in the Stuttgart region. The scope covers civil, structural, electrical and mechanical works through to commissioning and handover. Our client needs an experienced Planner / Scheduler to own the construction programme and keep it under control through the delivery phase.

Location: Stuttgart, Germany

Contract type: Freelance / Contract

Duration: 12 months

Rate: Negotiable

Key responsibilities

 

  • Develop, maintain and update the integrated Level 1-4 construction programme in Primavera P6, covering civils, structure, building envelope, MEP installation, commissioning and handover.
  • Build and logically link the detailed schedules for the critical MV/LV electrical packages (switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS) and the mechanical packages (chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, cooling distribution, fire protection).
  • Plan the sequence of commissioning levels (L1-L5) and the hall-by-hall energisation milestones, and line these up with installation completion, the utility connection and the delivery dates of long-lead equipment.
  • Run critical path and float analysis, and prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, look-aheads and S-curves for the client and the project team.
  • Assess the delay impact of change, prepare time-impact analyses (TIA) and support extension-of-time and claims submissions.
  • Review subcontractor programmes for compliance with the master schedule and contractual milestones, and challenge where needed.
  • Track earned value, resource loading and productivity together with the cost team.
  • Lead planning workshops with construction, package and commissioning managers, both on site and with the design teams.

 

Requirements

 

  • At least 5 years’ experience as a Planner / Scheduler on large construction projects, including at least one data centre or comparable mission-critical project (pharma, semiconductor, hospital, energy).
  • Advanced hands-on Primavera P6 skills: baselining, WBS/coding structures, resource loading, progress updates and layouts. Asta Powerproject or MS Project is a plus.
  • A solid understanding of how MEP installation and commissioning are sequenced on a building with heavy electrical and cooling loads.
  • Experience with delay analysis methods (TIA, windows analysis) and with contract programmes under FIDIC, NEC, VOB or similar.
  • Strong reporting skills (P6 reporting, Excel, Power BI or similar).
  • Fluent English. Working German (B2 or above) is a strong advantage for subcontractor coordination.
  • A degree in civil, electrical, mechanical or construction engineering or construction management, or equivalent experience.
  • Able to work on site in the Stuttgart area. Valid right to work in Germany / EU.

 

What’s on offer

  • A long-term freelance engagement on a high-profile hyperscale data centre programme, with strong extension prospects.
  • A competitive day or hourly rate.
  • The chance to own the master programme on a fast-track, technically demanding project.
  • A route onto further data centre projects across Germany and Europe through g2 Recruitment.

If this role interests you, or you know someone who would suit it, please apply via the form below.

g2 Recruitment are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.

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