Planner / Scheduler

Planner/Scheduler required by CareerWise Recruitment for our multinational client in Limerick. Contract position.

Responsibilities

• Develop early planning schedules for tender submission.
• Develop and manage contracted schedules to the satisfaction of the client.
• Participate in interim schedule meetings with the client, sub-contractors, and the internal team.
• Update and report in detail as required for the QS and project manager on the status of the project versus plan.
• Work closely with project managers, construction managers, and site engineers to track progress claims by sub-contractors.
• Gather information for schedule development and establish realistic timelines. Develop & populate metrics trackers & dashboards and progress reports with quantities for tracking purposes.
• Provide on-site planning support to the Project Management Team.
• Support the Project Planners in gathering & collating installation progress for installation Earned Value & Performance analysis as required.
• Work with the PM & QS to review the cause and effect impacts of project delays.
• Support monthly manpower forecasting.
• Deliver on the contract obligations and meet additional client requirements.
• Manage any changes to schedule due to additional/reduced works.
• Communicate schedule-related information to stakeholders and address concerns or issues promptly.
• Follow direction of Senior Management in undertaking work duties.
• Develop project progress reports in conjunction with the Project Team.
• Identify potential schedule risks and ensure prompt reporting of same to Senior Management.
• Develop Level 5 schedules for specific detailed works.
• Liaise with the customer in schedule administration including progress reports and preparation of supporting documentation as necessary.
• Conduct risk assessments related to project schedules and proposed mitigation strategies.
• Adhere to company practices, processes, and generally accepted industry standards.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience in a related position.
• Experienced in Microsoft software packages.
• Knowledge & experience with Oracle Primavera.