Planning Engineer Graduate - 2026

About Us 

Winthrop is a dedicated Data Centre Construction company providing turnkey solutions to our clients, headquartered in Dublin and delivering throughout Europe. Winthrop specialises in providing Turnkey Data Centre Solutions, providing services from design, through to construction across the full range of civil, structural, architectural, mechanical and electrical services as well as commissioning. 

Winthrop Graduate Programme:

Building on the success of our comprehensive Graduate Programme introduced in 2022, we offer an opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects across Ireland and Europe. This enables graduates to gain valuable technical experience during a crucial stage in their careers. Our programme is uniquely designed to develop skilled professionals with a deep understanding of all phases of large-scale construction projects, providing graduates with exposure to the complete construction process.

About the Role  

We are seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Planning Engineer to join our Project Controls team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in project planning, scheduling, and reporting across large-scale construction projects. You will work closely with senior planners and project managers to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.

Responsibilities   

• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules using planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Support progress monitoring and reporting against baseline schedules.
• Collect and analyze project data to identify delays and risks.
• Assist in preparing look-ahead programs and weekly/monthly reports.
• Liaise with project teams and subcontractors to gather progress updates.
• Contribute to resource and cost loading activities within schedules.
• Maintain accurate planning documentation and records.
• Support the team in risk analysis and mitigation planning.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office; knowledge of planning software (Primavera P6, MS Project) is an advantage.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Mentorship from experienced professionals  
• Exposure to working on large-scale data centre projects  
• A collaborative and supportive work culture  
• Opportunity to build a strong foundation for your engineering career 

Winthrop Technologies Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer