Senior Planning & Risk Engineer

Data4

. Build, maintain and assure integrated Level 1-4 schedules covering design, permitting, procurement, construction, energization, commissioning, handover and Ready for Service milestones .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeMarcoussis • FranceSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in construction planning and project controls, with a strong focus on integrated scheduling, risk management, and critical-path analysis. Proficient in utilizing Primavera P6 and risk analysis tools to produce actionable insights and maintain project timelines across complex environments.

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Integrated Schedule ManagementPrimavera P6 EPPM ExpertiseCritical-Path AnalysisRisk Management and MitigationConstruction Planning Experience

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Hard Skills

Integrated SchedulingCritical-Path AnalysisBaseline ControlChange AssessmentRecovery PlanningData VisualizationMonte Carlo SimulationPrimavera Risk AnalysisAdvanced ExcelConstruction Logic

Soft Skills

Organized and AccountableStrong CommunicationAnalytical ThinkingRelationship ManagementResilience Under Pressure

Tools & Technologies

Primavera P6Primavera Risk AnalysisSafran RiskPower BIExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

AACE PSPPMI-SPPMI-RMPPMPPRINCE2

Industry Keywords

Construction PlanningProject ControlsEPC/EPCMCritical InfrastructureUtilitiesData CentresMission-Critical FacilitiesEnergyIndustrial CampusesOil and Gas

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build, maintain and assure integrated Level 1-4 schedules covering design, permitting, procurement, construction, energization, commissioning, handover and Ready for Service milestones
Combine project and contractor programs into a coherent campus master schedule with interfaces, milestones, logic and ownership
Ensure schedules are logic-linked, resource-aware where relevant, contractually aligned and supported by credible progress evidence
Maintain baselines, coding structures, calendars, WBS, schedule narratives and change-control records in Primavera P6 EPPM
Analyze critical and near-critical paths, float, constraints and schedule drivers
Challenge contractor updates, progress measurement, productivity assumptions and sequencing using evidence
Prepare scenario analyses, time-impact assessments and recovery plans with actions, owners and decision dates
Monitor long-lead equipment, grid power availability, utility interfaces, testing and commissioning dependencies affecting energization or RFS milestones
Lead risk identification, qualitative assessment and quantitative schedule risk analysis, including risk workshops and Monte Carlo simulation
Align the integrated schedule, risk register, assumptions, opportunities and mitigation actions
Produce P50, P70 and P90 forecasts, sensitivity analysis and key risk drivers using Primavera Risk Analysis, Safran Risk or equivalent tools
Translate risk outputs into mitigation priorities and decision-ready recommendations for project and senior leadership
Produce weekly and monthly schedule reports, milestone dashboards, look-aheads, variance analysis and management narratives
Explain schedule and risk information to project directors, delivery teams, contractors and external stakeholders
Chair planning reviews and risk workshops, track actions to close-out and escalate material threats early
Champion planning standards, mentor planners and improve project controls processes and data quality

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 15 years of progressive experience in construction planning, project controls or schedule risk management on major capital projects
Background in construction, engineering, EPC/EPCM, oil and gas, energy, industrial or similarly complex environments
2-5 years or more in critical infrastructure, ideally data centres, or in mission-critical facilities, utilities, power, telecoms, pharmaceuticals or advanced industrial campuses
Proven ownership of large, multi-contractor integrated schedules from design and procurement through construction and commissioning
Strong track record in critical-path analysis, baseline control, delay and change assessment, recovery planning and schedule assurance
Advanced Primavera P6, including hands-on experience in an enterprise P6 EPPM environment (EPS/WBS, layouts, codes, baselines, security and reporting)
Proficiency in Primavera Risk Analysis, Safran Risk or a comparable quantitative risk platform
Solid grasp of Monte Carlo simulation, confidence levels, sensitivity, correlation, risk calibration and risk-adjusted forecasting
Advanced Excel and strong reporting and data-visualization skills; Power BI or similar is a plus
Working knowledge of construction and commissioning logic for complex MEP and electrical infrastructure is strongly preferred
Organized and accountable, comfortable setting priorities and acting independently
Able to challenge assumptions with confidence and tact while maintaining strong relationships
Concise and consistent written and verbal reporting with attention to detail and evidence
Ability to work across international, multidisciplinary and multicultural teams
Analytical, resilient under pressure and delivery-focused
A degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, construction management, project management, quantity surveying or a related discipline
Professional certification such as AACE PSP, PMI-SP, PMI-RMP, PMP or PRINCE2 is desirable
Fluent professional English is essential
Professional French is strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Regular on-site presence and travel to projects in France or elsewhere in Europe when required
Central role delivering major infrastructure alongside experienced, international teams
Work with multicultural, multidisciplinary teams
Opportunity to shape how and when data center campuses are delivered