Job Title: Planning Manager
Location: Selangor, Malaysia
Company: Main Contractor
Project: Data Centre Construction
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and highly driven Planning Manager to lead project planning and scheduling functions for large-scale data centre projects in Selangor. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules to ensure timely delivery in line with project objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and scheduling activities for data centre construction projects from pre-construction through to completion.
- Develop detailed project schedules using tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
- Establish project baselines, work breakdown structures (WBS), and critical path analysis.
- Monitor project progress, identify delays, and propose recovery strategies.
- Work closely with project managers, site teams, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure alignment with project timelines.
- Prepare and present progress reports, dashboards, and schedule updates to senior management and clients.
- Conduct risk analysis and scenario planning to mitigate potential delays.
- Review subcontractor schedules and integrate them into the master programme.
- Support tender planning, including preparation of preliminary programmes and resource planning.
- Ensure compliance with contractual requirements related to planning and scheduling.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
- Minimum 8–12 years of experience in construction planning and scheduling with a main contractor.
- Proven experience managing planning functions for data centre, industrial, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 (mandatory); knowledge of other planning tools is an advantage.
- Solid understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and project controls.
- Experience in EOT (Extension of Time) claims and delay analysis is an added advantage.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work under tight deadlines.
What We're Looking For
Experience working with for large Main contractor
Familiar with Industrial building projects
Strong leadership and communication skills
Able to thrive in a fast-paced site environment
Woh Hup's Offerings:
Be part of landmark projects
A strong, stable company with long-term growth
Competitive salary & benefits
Supportive team culture
Career development opportunities
