CPB Contractors in joint venture with UGL and supported by EIC, fellow CIMIC Group companies, is proud to be driving the ground-up development of a multi-megawatt data centre in Truganina in the western suburbs of Melbourne. As the trusted delivery partners for a global digital infrastructure platform, we will be frontiering mission critical facilities and infrastructure. Our expertise will seamlessly integrate complex systems across mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire, power and telecommunications among much more.

Being an integrated member of the ACS company group, we will leverage and empower this build by drawing on the shared knowledge and aligned systems across an international network to bring global best practice to our region.

The 80 MW data centre will consist of two adjoining 40MW buildings featuring complex internally integrated electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, fire protection, ICT and security systems. Construction will also involve extensive external inground services works, modular electrical equipment including HV / Fire protection facilities construction and civil finishing works.

Your opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join our high-performing project delivery team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in the successful planning, scheduling, and delivery of complex construction projects.

Working closely with project managers, commercial teams, and site leadership, you will develop, maintain, and optimise project programmes, providing valuable insights that drive project performance, risk mitigation, and successful outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or other leading enterprise software
- Monitor project progress and identify potential schedule risks and delays.
- Produce critical path analysis, progress reports, and earned value assessments.




- Collaborate with project delivery teams to establish realistic construction sequences and milestones.
- Support tender and bid activities through programme development and planning strategies.
- Lead schedule reviews, planning workshops, and stakeholder reporting.
- Analyse project performance data and recommend corrective actions.
- Lead and develop skills amongst the planning team
- Ensure planning processes align with contractual requirements and project objectives.

About You

- Extensive experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within construction, infrastructure, data centre, resources, or major projects environments.
- Proven competency with current industry standard planning software including Primavera P6 (or other leading Enterprise CPM software), OPRA, Asta Powerproject, Microsoft Project, Synchro, Navisworks, SketchUp, TILOS, Chainlink
- Strong understanding of project controls, scheduling methodologies, and critical path analysis.
- Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and construction methodologies.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities in rapid-paced project environments.
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.

What We Offer

- Prospect to work on landmark, high-profile projects.
- Competitive salary package and employee benefits.
- Career development and progression opportunities.
- Collaborative and values-driven team culture.




- Flexible work arrangements where applicable.

If you're a strategic planner with a passion for delivering complex projects and driving project success through effective planning and controls, we'd love to hear from you.

CPB Contractors is Australia’s leading contractor and the largest construction company in our region. We design and build infrastructure across all key sectors, including roads, rail, tunneling, defence, building and resources infrastructure, and we’re proud to be constructing Australia’s future. Today, we’re part of the CIMIC Group our region’s premier construction, mining, services and public private partnerships group with operations in NZ, PNG, the Americas and Asia. Our people are project and outcomes focused, and safety is our company’s first priority. We’re proud to be recognised as an innovative leader in eliminating critical risk on our sites.

CPB Contractors is Australia’s leading contractor and the largest construction company in our region. We design and build infrastructure across all key sectors, including roads, rail, tunneling, defence, building and resources infrastructure, and we’re proud to be constructing Australia’s future. Today, we’re part of the CIMIC Group our region’s premier construction, mining, services and public private partnerships group with operations in NZ, PNG, the Americas and Asia. Our people are project and outcomes focused, and safety is our company’s first priority. We’re proud to be recognised as an innovative leader in eliminating critical risk on our sites.

Perks and benefits Our Group is secure We’re at the forefront of our industry Our people are the best in their fields We create unique and diverse career opportunities Our work offers challenge and adventure We share a sense of connection and belonging

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📌 Senior Planner (Melbourne)
🏢 CPB Contractors VIC & TAS
📍 Melbourne