Planner

John Sisk & Son Ltd; Limerick; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Health, wellbeing and lifestyle

Career development opportunities

Job summary

John Sisk & Son Ltd in Limerick seeks a Planner to support current and upcoming projects. You will develop, manage and monitor programmes from design through handover, ensuring safety, efficiency and alignment with contracts.

You will collaborate with project teams to produce reporting, identify risks and drive improvements. The role requires strong planning software experience (Asta Powerproject, Synchro) and a solid understanding of construction sequencing, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Certification or advanced training in planning software (Asta/Elecosoft Powerproject).
• Experience with BIM/CDE platforms and 4D planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop baseline and target programmes with clear critical path and logic links.
• Create 4D/2D phasing plans to illustrate build sequences and logistics.
• Provide programme reporting and risk/opportunity identification to drive delivery.
• Lead peer reviews and ensure quality, consistency, and accuracy across projects.
• Mentor junior planners and coordinate planning activities in pre-construction and on-site phases.

Skills

Construction planning

Project reporting

Risk management

Stakeholder collaboration

Software proficiency

Education

Degree or diploma in Construction Management / Civil Engineering

Planning software certification (Asta Powerproject)

Tools

Asta/Elecosoft Powerproject

Synchro

BIM & CDE

Job description

Overview

At Sisk, we create places and infrastructure that shape how people live, work and connect – now and for future generations. As a family‑owned, international construction and engineering group, we offer meaningful careers across building, infrastructure, rail, energy and off‑site manufacturing throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe, where people are supported to grow, make an impact and be part of positive change.

We are seeking a Planner to support current and upcoming projects in the Limerick Area. The successful candidate will develop, manage and monitor project programmes from design and procurement through construction, commissioning and handover, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with contractual and commercial requirements. Working closely with project, engineering and commercial teams, the Planner will provide accurate programme reporting, identify risks and opportunities, and support successful project delivery through effective planning and analysis.

Responsibilities

Programme Development & Control

• Lead the development of baseline contract programmes, ensuring full logic links and a clear critical path.
• Prepare construction target programmes that identify opportunities for efficiency and improvement.
• Develop tender event programmes for subcontractor procurement, including design release and lead-in activities.
• Maintain and manage programme documentation within a Common Data Environment (CDE).
• Create 4D models and/or 2D phasing plans to illustrate build sequences, logistics and phasing strategies.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop construction methodologies that clearly demonstrate sequencing and safe delivery.
• Support preparation of project preliminaries, including staff resource planning, logistics and temporary works.
• Engage with the supply chain to incorporate design deliverables, lead-in times, construction durations and resource requirements.
• Identify programme risks and opportunities, incorporating mitigation strategies, float and time risk allowances.

Reporting, Progress & As-Built Information

• Develop and monitor tracking schedules to validate subcontractor programmes.
• Produce as-built programmes, highlighting deviations from the baseline.
• Provide input into change requests, advising on programme impacts and supporting timely approvals.
• Use 2D/4D phasing information to represent current programme status and progress.
• Produce validated output rates to track live project progress and feed lessons learned into future tenders.
• Undertake peer reviews of programmes to ensure quality, accuracy and consistency across projects.

Management & Leadership

• Report regularly to Regional Planners and project leadership on programme status, risks and progress.
• Support and mentor assistant/graduate planners, carrying out performance and development reviews.
• Lead and coordinate planning and programme management activities in pre-construction and on-site phases.
• Contribute to assessments of programme entitlements under relevant contracts (e.g., NEC, JCT) in collaboration with commercial and project teams.
• Lead weekly and monthly reporting of programme status to project stakeholders.
• Ensure quality and consistency in all programme documents prepared under their responsibility.
• Benchmark programme durations using subcontractor input, previous project data and team consultation.

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in planning within large-scale construction projects.
• Strong understanding of UK and EU legal frameworks, particularly contract management.
• Proficiency in planning and programme software (e.g. Asta/Elecosoft Powerproject).
• Excellent understanding of the construction process, sequencing and build methodology.
• Strong IT skills, including digital planning and reporting tools.
• Ability to interpret complex project data, identify risks and propose solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating across teams and with external stakeholders.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and contributing to project delivery.

Desirable

• Experience in commercial office, healthcare and/or large-scale residential construction is preferred.
• Main contractor experience is preferred.
• Experience using Synchro and 4D planning tools to full potential.
• Knowledge of BIM processes and collaborative data environments (CDEs).
• Experience producing or reviewing 2D/4D phasing models.
• Evidence of continuous professional development (e.g., CPD events, professional body engagement).
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior colleagues.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related construction or engineering degree.
• Certification or advanced training in planning software (e.g., Asta/Elecosoft Powerproject).

Desirable

• Membership (or eligibility for membership) of a professional body such as CIOB, ICE or APM.
• Advanced training in Asta Powerproject (progress analysis, S-curve reporting, cost/resource management).
• Training in Synchro, BIM and collaborative data platforms.
• Training in contract awareness (e.g., NEC, JCT).
• Presentation skills training and/or leadership training.

Additional Information

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive health, wellbeing and lifestyle supports
• Career development opportunities
• And much more as part of our Total Rewards programme

Our People & Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer the opportunity to work with purpose, grow a career without limits and be part of a supportive, collaborative team.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited CVs or speculative contact from unapproved agencies are not accepted, and no fees will be payable.

Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, family status or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all candidates.

Encouraging All Talent to Apply

We understand that the confidence gap or imposter syndrome can discourage great people from applying. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to express your interest — your skills, experience and potential are what matter.

Compliance & Transparency

All recruitment materials are designed to meet or exceed legal and regulatory requirements, including the Irish and UK Equality Acts and the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring fairness, transparency and equal access for every applicant.