Lead Planning Engineer

PACE Global; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PACE is seeking a Lead Planner to own the planning function on major Dublin projects. You will develop and manage programmes from pre-construction through delivery, aligning with project objectives and client needs.

Reporting to the Regional Planning Manager, you’ll lead planning teams, drive safe and compliant execution, monitor progress, and provide dashboards and recovery plans as required. A construction or engineering degree and Primavera P6 expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Construction or Engineering or related field.
• Proven track record leading planning on large-scale construction projects.
• Membership of a recognised professional body (APM, PMI, CIOB, etc.).
• Experience integrating design and procurement within planning.
• Familiarity with BIM, cost management systems, and risk tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project programmes across pre-construction to construction.
• Identify critical paths, dependencies, milestones; prepare recovery plans.
• Monitor progress against baseline and implement mitigations.
• Produce high-level programme reports, dashboards, and metrics.
• Support change analysis for design or scope variations.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, clients and subcontractors on programme needs.
• Identify programme risks and ensure contractual and statutory compliance.
• Mentor junior planners and promote best practices in Dublin region.

Skills

Programme Management

Strategic Planning

Project Controls

Reporting & Analytics

Change Management

Stakeholder Liaison

Risk & Compliance

Leadership

Education

Construction degree

Engineering degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Our client is a premier, family-owned construction leader with an expansive global footprint. Known for delivering high-value, complex projects, they are committed to innovation and excellence. They foster a culture of trust and certainty, consistently shaping the future of the built environment. They are currently seeking a strategic Lead Planner to join their Dublin-based operations.

The Role

The Lead Planner will take ownership of the planning function for major assigned projects, ensuring that programme development, monitoring, and controls align perfectly with project objectives.

Reporting to the Regional Planning Manager, you will act as a pivotal link between commercial, design, and construction teams. You will provide essential leadership to project planning teams, driving safe, efficient, and compliant execution from pre-construction through to final delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme Management: Develop and maintain comprehensive project programmes across pre-construction, procurement, and construction phases.
• Strategic Planning: Identify critical paths, dependencies, and key milestones; prepare scenario planning, resource-loaded programmes, and recovery plans as needed.
• Project Controls: Monitor progress against the baseline, identify potential delays, and implement effective mitigation measures.
• Reporting & Analytics: Produce high-level programme reports, dashboards, and metrics for internal and external stakeholders.
• Change Management: Support the change process by providing accurate impact analysis regarding design or scope variations.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Collaborate with Project Managers, clients, and subcontractors to ensure total alignment on programme requirements and milestones.
• Risk & Compliance: Proactively identify programme risks and ensure all activities meet contractual, company, and statutory obligations.
• Leadership: Mentor and guide junior planners, promoting a culture of knowledge sharing and best practice across the Dublin region.

Requirements

Required:

• Education: Degree or equivalent qualification in Construction, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience: Proven track record of planning complex, large-scale construction projects within a main contracting environment.
• Software Skills: High level of proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar industry-standard software.
• Membership of a recognised professional body (APM, PMI, CIOB, etc.).
• Experience in the seamless integration of design and procurement within construction planning.
• Familiarity with BIM integration, cost management systems, and advanced risk management tools.

PACE welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. PACE is Disability Confident Committed and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability or any other protected characteristics. We aim to create a culture where everyone can be themselves and is valued for their strengths and unique perspectives.