Planning Manager - Seinajoki

About CTS Group CTS Group SA is a fast-growing and dynamic organization, specializing in the design and build of large-scale data centers across multiple countries, including Scandinavia, Europe and Middle East. CTS Group is rapidly expanding into other markets globally. In addition to Design & Build, we develop and produce digital systems tailored for the data center industry and standardized self-contained units. Our team of professionals, comprising of more than 40 different nationalities, fosters an inclusive and collaborative culture where innovation and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Through our proven track record with our customers, we have built a strong reputation as a trusted partner in delivering the most advanced, efficient, and sustainable data center solutions in the region.

About The Role The Planning Manager will lead the Planning and Scheduling team in Seinajoki to deliver effective project scheduling, monitoring, and reporting for construction projects. The role involves overseeing all aspects of planning, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with organizational and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Planning and Scheduling team, including senior planners, schedulers, and coordinators.
• Allocate resources effectively across projects, ensuring the team delivers high-quality schedules and reports.
• Oversee the development, review, and approval of baseline schedules for construction projects.
• Ensure project schedules are robust, realistic, and account for potential risks.
• Lead the implementation of advanced scheduling techniques, such as critical path analysis, resource optimization, and what-if scenario planning.
• Oversee the preparation of detailed project status reports for senior management.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and clients to align schedules with project objectives.
• Develop and maintain best practices, standards, and templates for planning and scheduling processes.
• Ensure adherence to organizational policies and industry regulations.
• Perform any additional tasks or responsibilities relevant to the role as required.

Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• 9+ years of experience in construction project planning and scheduling, with experience in a managerial role.
• Proven experience managing schedules for large-scale construction projects.
• Proficiency in scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM), critical path analysis, and resource levelling.
• Certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PSP (Planning and Scheduling Professional) is highly desirable.

Why Join Us You will take a leadership role in project planning, guiding teams to deliver projects efficiently and on time. This role allows you to shape scheduling strategy, proactively manage risks, and influence successful project delivery across complex construction environments.