Senior Planner

Collen Construction; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Collen Construction is seeking a skilled Planning/Contracts professional to lead the Project Construction Programme in Helsinki, Finland. You will create and maintain short-term and area programmes, and coordinate with procurement and design teams to ensure timely delivery.

The role reports to the Contracts Manager and Planning Department Manager. You will deliver weekly progress reports, track Earned Value, and support client and internal reporting for large-scale construction initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3rd Level qualification in a related field is required.
• 5 years post-qualification experience in a similar role is required.
• Proven track record delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Proficient in Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject and MS Project.
• Computer literate with MS Office tools (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience on large-scale construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and update the Project Construction Programme.
• Create, manage, and update short-term, area, and trade programmes.
• Integrate procurement and information schedules within the overall Programme.
• Prepare detailed weekly progress reports for the Contracts Manager and Client.
• Develop progress monitoring techniques and reporting.
• Load manpower and cost into the Project Construction Programme.
• Monitor Earned Value and produce client and internal progress S-Curves.
• Integrate subcontractor and supplier schedules within the overall Project Team.
• Monitor supplier and subcontractor design, approval and off-site production.
• Update the Design Programme with the Design Manager.
• Attend Client, Subcontractor, and Supplier progress meetings.
• Compare original vs actual progress and prepare as-built programmes.
• Collaborate with project team to ensure consistent planning and reporting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project reporting

Education

3rd Level qualification in a related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Asta Powerproject

MS Project

Job description

Collen is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, we firmly believe that a harmonious and inclusive environment cultivates innovation and drives success. We go above and beyond to ensure that safety is ingrained in everything we do. You can help create a culture where safety is a shared value and a top priority for all stakeholders involved in the project.

If you are seeking an opportunity to be part of a storied history, join a team that leads the industry and contribute to a workplace where inclusivity and safety take centre stage.

Requirement:

• A 3rd Level qualification in a related field
• 5 years post Qualification experience in a similar role
• A proven track record in delivering complex projects on time and within budget
• Proficient in the use of Primavera P6 software
• Experience of Asta Powerproject and MS Project
• Computer literate with good knowledge of MS Office, Excel, Word etc.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in working on large scale construction projects

Reporting to the Contracts Manager and Planning Department Manager, the key responsibilities include:

• Manage and update the Project Construction Programme
• Create, manage, and update short term, area, and trade programmes
• Integrate procurement and information schedules within the overall Project Construction Programme
• Prepare detailed progress reports on a weekly basis for issue to the Contracts Manager and Client
• Manage and develop progress monitoring techniques
• Manpower and cost load the Project Construction Programme
• Monitor and report on Earned Value. This will include detailed reporting to the client as well as the production of progress S-Curves for internal and external issue
• Integrate subcontractor and supplier schedules within the overall Project Construction Team
• Monitor and report on supplier and subcontractor design, approval, off-site production etc
• Manage and update the Design Programme in conjunction with the Design Manager
• Attend Client progress meeting as required
• Attend Subcontractor and Supplier progress meeting
• Monitor original v actual and prepare as-built programmes
• Work with the project team to provide consistency in the project planning approach and facilitate accuracy in reporting and programme execution.