Planner

Acciona; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours and generous-le

Study leave and career development

Salary packaging and novated vehicle

Job summary

ACCIONA is seeking a Planner to shape schedules for major regional infrastructure works across Victoria. You will work with an experienced delivery team to develop, maintain and monitor project schedules that support safe, efficient delivery.

Reports, baselines and recovery plans will be part of the routine, with close collaboration among project managers, engineers and construction teams. The role requires a tertiary engineering or construction management qualification and proven scheduling

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in engineering or construction management.
• Experience in planning or scheduling on construction projects.
• Proficient in scheduling software such as Primavera P6.
• Strong understanding of sequencing and logic.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain detailed project schedules.
• Prepare baseline, look-ahead and recovery plans.
• Integrate engineering, procurement and construction activities.
• Track progress and flag variances, risks and issues early.
• Assess critical path, float and schedule logic.
• Coordinate updates with project managers and discipline specialists.
• Feed schedule data into monthly and performance reports.

Skills

Planning & scheduling

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Construction sequencing

Education

Tertiary qualification in engineering or construction management

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

Shape the schedules behind major regional infrastructure works across Victoria, working closely with an experienced delivery team.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours and generous leave entitlements
• Study leave and structured career development pathways
• Salary packaging and novated vehicle leasing options

Project Info

ACCIONA Infrastructure delivers major road, rail and civil works across regional Victoria, partnering with government and local communities to build lasting infrastructure. Our regional project teams are based on site, close to the communities they serve, delivering complex works safely and to a high standard.

About Opportunity

As Planner, you will develop, maintain and monitor project schedules that support safe, efficient delivery of regional infrastructure works. Reporting to the Senior Planner, you will work alongside project managers, engineers, construction teams and procurement to keep schedules accurate and aligned with approved scope, cost and risk assumptions. You will provide the schedule insight that informs decisions, supports on-time delivery and keeps every part of the project connected.

Key accountabilities for the position will be:

• Build and maintain detailed project schedules
• Prepare baseline, look-ahead and recovery plans
• Integrate engineering, procurement and construction activities
• Track progress and flag variances, risks and issues early
• Assess critical path, float and schedule logic
• Coordinate updates with project managers and discipline specialists
• Feed schedule data into monthly and performance reports

Required Skills and Competencies

• Tertiary qualification in engineering or construction management
• Experience in a planning or scheduling role on construction projects
• Proficient in scheduling software such as Primavera P6
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and logic
• Confident communicator with strong analytical skills

Why join us?

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company’s commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.