Lead Planner - Industrial and Data Center Projects Full-time Department: Infrastructure Lead Planner will drive the development and oversight of all project scheduling activities in a data center construction environment, based on-site in Querétaro. This position plays a critical role in ensuring project timelines are realistic, controlled, and aligned with strategic objectives across multiple disciplines and contracts. Key Responsibilities Lead the creation and management of project schedules , utilizing Critical Path Methodology to ensure accuracy and traceability from project inception through completion. Establish and maintain baseline programmes , identify scheduling risks, and recommend corrective actions to align progress with contractual commitments. Develop and present programme narratives that clearly communicate sequencing, milestones, and dependencies for client and project team alignment. Progress Tracking & Reporting Oversee monthly progress updates in line with the reporting cycle, integrating key metrics such as earned value and delay impact analysis. Generate and review planning reports , tracking actual performance against the baseline and highlighting deviations with actionable insight. Lead the production of 90-day lookahead schedules , identifying shortfalls and proposing strategic mitigations. Contract Interface & Stakeholder Engagement Review and approve contractor programmes, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and integration across interfaces. Foster collaborative relationships with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure programme expectations are communicated, understood, and maintained. Lead or contribute to scenario planning (what-if analysis) to support change management and risk mitigation strategies. Systems & Tools Utilize planning software such as Microsoft Project and Primavera P6 to manage programme integrity and automate reporting outputs. Support the implementation of planning processes and standards that meet both client expectations and internal project controls requirements. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering , Construction Management , or a related discipline. Minimum of 10 years of experience in project planning within large-scale industrial or data center environments. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project , Primavera P6 , and planning methodologies. Strong understanding of construction sequencing, interface management, and contract planning requirements. Fluent in English (written and verbal) , with proven ability to present programme information to both technical and executive audiences. Demonstrated capacity to lead planning in fast-paced environments and collaborate effectively across teams and disciplines. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. #J-18808-Ljbffr