Planner

Inform3 Recruitment; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Professional development

Collaborative working environment

Challenging high-profile projects

Job summary

INFORM3 Recruitment is seeking an experienced Construction Planner to support the delivery of technically complex projects in Kilkenny. The role focuses on developing and maintaining detailed programmes and collaborating with project managers, design teams and site crews to drive performance.

The ideal candidate will have strong Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project expertise, solid understanding of construction sequencing, and proven ability to manage multiple live projects.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Project Planner in construction.
• Strong knowledge of Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing and project controls.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and travel to sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and update detailed construction programmes using Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Produce tender, contract and live project programmes.
• Monitor progress, identify risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with project managers, commercial teams and site management.
• Produce progress reports, look-ahead programmes and programme updates.
• Analyse critical paths and recommend recovery strategies.
• Support planning during pre-construction, procurement and delivery phases.
• Participate in project meetings and provide planning expertise.
• Assist with programme change management and delay analysis.

Skills

Project Planner experience

Stakeholder management

Analytical & problem-solving

Multitasking

Communication

Site travel willingness

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Planner

Location: Kilkenny
Salary: €70-80k+benefits

An established and expanding specialist construction contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Construction Planner to support the successful delivery of technically complex projects across a range of highly regulated sectors.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality projects from concept through to completion. Working alongside project managers, design teams and site teams you will play a key role in planning, monitoring and driving project performance.

The Role

You will be responsible for developing and maintaining detailed project programmes that support successful delivery across multiple live projects. You will work closely with operational teams to identify risks, monitor progress and ensure programmes remain achievable and aligned with project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and update detailed construction programmes using Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project
• Produce tender, contract and live project programmes
• Monitor project progress, identifying programme risks, delays and opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with project managers, commercial teams and site management to develop practical construction sequences
• Produce progress reports, look-ahead programmes and programme updates for stakeholders
• Analyse critical paths and recommend mitigation or recovery strategies where required
• Support planning during pre-construction, procurement and project delivery phases
• Participate in project meetings and provide planning expertise throughout the project lifecycle
• Assist with programme change management and delay analysis

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as a Project Planner within the construction industry
• Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project
• Excellent understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing and project controls
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites when required

What You'll Receive

• Competitive salary
• Company pension
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Collaborative and supportive working environment
• The opportunity to contribute to technically challenging, high‑profile construction projects

If you're looking to join a business where planning plays a critical role in project success and where your expertise will have a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.

For any more information on the role please contact Steve on 01 531 4886

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