Senior Project Planner

Tritech Engineering; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Career progression

Further education opportunities

Job summary

Tritech Group is seeking a Senior Project Planner to lead the development, management and reporting of integrated programmes for complex multi-discipline projects with a strong Mechanical & Electrical focus.

You will work closely with project delivery teams to provide schedule control, progress measurement, earned value analysis and risk management throughout the full lifecycle, ensuring delivery on time and within budgets.

Qualifications

• Relevant third-level qualification in engineering, construction management, or a recognised M&E trade qualification.
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in a Senior Planning or Project Controls role on large-scale engineering projects.
• Strong Mechanical & Electrical experience with high technical competence.
• Experience managing multi-package contracts, long-lead equipment, phased handovers, commissioning, and CQV.
• Expert-level proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read and interpret M&E drawings, schematics, and commissioning documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and control detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent advanced project scheduling software.
• Produce integrated Pre-Construction, Construction, Commissioning, and handover programs in collaboration with the project team.
• Develop commissioning, IST, and validation programmes in alignment with project requirements.
• Identify critical and near-critical paths and develop mitigation and recovery strategies where required.
• Monitor site progress through physical progress measurement, Earned Value Management (EVM), and milestone tracking.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports including programme status, critical path analysis, float utilisation, delay analysis, recovery plans, and forecast completion dates.
• Proactively identify and manage programme and schedule-related risks.
• Develop and manage project schedules and associated project controls tools and systems.
• Lead and facilitate planning, progress, and programme review meetings and workshops.
• Establish and manage project resource loading and schedule-driven resource requirements.
• Provide performance updates and variance analysis to support corrective actions.
• Work closely with project managers, construction teams, M&E leads, commissioning teams, clients, and consultants.

Skills

Primavera P6

Project Controls

Earned Value

Scheduling

MS Office

M&E drawings

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Company

Established in 1999, Tritech Group has spent 25 years building a reputation as a leader in mechanical and electrical contracting, delivering complex projects across diverse sectors, including data centres, commercial, and pharmaceutical. The company's multidisciplinary expertise ensures seamless execution to the highest standards, making it a trusted partner for clients seeking innovative and reliable solutions. Tritech also excels in digital construction, leveraging advanced technologies to optimise project planning and delivery while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainable and energy-efficient practices.

The Company

Established in 1999, Tritech Group has spent 25 years building a reputation as a leader in mechanical and electrical contracting, delivering complex projects across diverse sectors, including data centres, commercial, and pharmaceutical. The company's multidisciplinary expertise ensures seamless execution to the highest standards, making it a trusted partner for clients seeking innovative and reliable solutions. Tritech also excels in digital construction, leveraging advanced technologies to optimise project planning and delivery while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainable and energy-efficient practices.

Tritech Group's success is built on a foundation of engineering excellence, adaptability, and long-term partnerships. By prioritising trust and collaboration, the company has consistently exceeded client expectations and set benchmarks in multidisciplinary construction. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Tritech continues to lead the industry, delivering exceptional results and shaping the future of modern construction.

Purpose of Role

We are seeking a Senior Project Planner responsible for the development, management, and reporting of fully integrated project programmes for complex, multi-sector and multi-discipline projects, with a strong Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) focus. You will be working closely with project delivery teams, the role provides robust schedule control, progress measurement, earned value analysis, and schedule risk management throughout the full project lifecycle. This position is critical to ensuring the successful delivery of complex engineering projects in line with agreed timelines, budgets, and regulatory requirements.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and control detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent advanced project scheduling software.
• Produce integrated Pre-Construction, Construction, Commissioning, and handover programs in collaboration with the project team.
• Develop commissioning, IST, and validation programmes in alignment with project requirements.
• Identify critical and near-critical paths and develop mitigation and recovery strategies where required.
• Monitor site progress through physical progress measurement, Earned Value Management (EVM), and milestone tracking.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports including programme status, critical path analysis, float utilisation, delay analysis, recovery plans, and forecast completion dates.
• Proactively identify and manage programme and schedule-related risks.
• Develop and manage project schedules and associated project controls tools and systems.
• Lead and facilitate planning, progress, and programme review meetings and workshops.
• Establish and manage project resource loading and schedule-driven resource requirements.
• Provide performance updates and variance analysis to support corrective actions.
• Work closely with project managers, construction teams, M&E leads, commissioning teams, clients, and consultants.

Role Requirements

• Relevant third-level qualification in engineering, construction management, or a recognised M&E trade qualification.
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in a Senior Planning or Project Controls role on large-scale engineering projects.
• Strong Mechanical & Electrical experience with high technical competence.
• Experience managing multi-package contracts, long-lead equipment, phased handovers, commissioning, and CQV.
• Expert-level proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read and interpret M&E drawings, schematics, and commissioning documentation.

Why work with us

• Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience
• Work alongside industry leaders in a dynamic, supportive environment
• A clear pathway for career progression and ongoing further education opportunities.

Tritech is an equal opportunity employer

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