Fohntech Group are looking for a Project Planner to join their team in Belgium.
The Project Planner will support the delivery of large-scale hyperscale data centre campuses by developing, maintaining, and controlling fully integrated project programmes. The role focuses on schedule certainty, repeatable planning logic, interface management, and proactive risk mitigation within fast-track, high-capacity, mission-critical environments.
The Project Planner will work closely with construction, design, procurement, commissioning, and client teams to ensure programme alignment with hyperscale delivery models, governance requirements, and phased handover strategies.
Key Responsibilities
Programme Development & Control
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Develop and maintain detailed, logic-linked project schedules from early works through commissioning and handover.
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Establish baseline programmes aligned with contract requirements and hyperscale client milestones.
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Produce regular programme updates, progress assessments, and forecast reports.
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Perform critical path, near-critical path, and schedule impact analysis.
Hyperscale Delivery Planning
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Develop planning strategies aligned with hyperscale data centre delivery models (building-by-building, phased, or campus-wide).
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Integrate design, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities into a single coordinated programme.
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Support high-density, repeatable build sequencing across multiple identical or near-identical facilities.
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Plan around long-lead and high-risk equipment (HV plant, generators, UPS, switchgear).
Interface & Stakeholder Coordination
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Work closely with construction managers, package managers, and discipline leads to validate sequencing and durations.
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Coordinate interfaces between CSA, MEP, ICT, commissioning, and client operational teams.
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Support alignment between contractor programmes and client master schedules.
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Facilitate programme workshops and look-ahead planning sessions.
Progress Monitoring & Reporting
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Capture progress from site teams and verify against actual site conditions.
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Identify delays, constraints, and productivity risks early and support mitigation planning.
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Produce clear programme narratives, dashboards, and schedule performance reports for senior leadership and clients.
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Support earned value and performance measurement where required.
Change, Risk & Recovery Planning
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Support assessment of change events, variations, and programme impacts.
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Develop mitigation and recovery programmes to address delays or scope changes.
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Maintain planning risk registers and support scenario and “what-if” analysis.
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Ensure change is reflected accurately within governed programme baselines.
Commissioning & Handover Planning
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Support development of commissioning, IST, and energisation schedules.
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Integrate testing and commissioning logic into construction programmes.
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Support phased handover strategies aligned with hyperscale operational requirements.
Key Skills & Competencies
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Strong understanding of construction sequencing for hyperscale or mission-critical projects.
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Ability to manage complex, multi-interface programmes under aggressive timelines.
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Confident working within strict client governance and reporting environments.
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Strong analytical capability with excellent attention to detail.
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Clear communicator able to engage site teams and senior stakeholders.
Qualifications & Experience
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Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
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4–8 years’ experience as a Project Planner on hyperscale data centres or large-scale mission-critical projects.
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Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6 (essential).
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Experience working with hyperscale clients, Tier 1 contractors, or major consultancies.
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Understanding of fast-track delivery, phased handovers, and commissioning-led programmes.
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Experience in Belgium or European data centre markets desirable.
Personal Attributes
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Highly organised with a structured and methodical approach to planning.
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Calm and solutions-focused under programme and stakeholder pressure.
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Confident challenging assumptions while maintaining collaborative relationships.
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Strong ownership mindset with a commitment to programme accuracy and delivery certainty.
Next Steps
If you are interested in this role, please apply directly or email your CV to [email protected]
