Construction Planner

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Project exposure

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Construction Planner to join their team in Queenstown. This role focuses on developing and managing comprehensive project schedules, ensuring efficient resource allocation and timely completion while collaborating with project managers, engineers, and site teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, at least four years in planning and scheduling, and proficiency with Primavera P6 or MS Project to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in construction planning and scheduling.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar project scheduling software.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and resource management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities on construction sites in Queenstown.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed construction project schedules using scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Collaborate with project teams to define project scope, milestones, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress, analyze deviations from the schedule, and recommend corrective actions.
• Identify critical path activities and potential scheduling risks, developing mitigation plans.
• Prepare regular progress reports and schedule updates for project stakeholders.
• Ensure seamless coordination between different trades and disciplines to maintain project timelines.

Skills

Scheduling

Project coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Construction Planner to join their team in Queenstown . This role is crucial for developing and managing comprehensive project schedules, ensuring efficient resource allocation and timely project completion. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to create, monitor, and update project plans, identify potential risks, and develop mitigation strategies. This position requires a proactive individual with a strong understanding of construction methodologies and scheduling software in the Eastern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed construction project schedules using scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Collaborate with project teams to define project scope, milestones, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress, analyze deviations from the schedule, and recommend corrective actions.
• Identify critical path activities and potential scheduling risks, developing mitigation plans.
• Prepare regular progress reports and schedule updates for project stakeholders.
• Ensure seamless coordination between different trades and disciplines to maintain project timelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in construction planning and scheduling.
• Proficiency in using Primavera P6 , MS Project, or similar project scheduling software.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and resource management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities on construction sites in Queenstown .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Exposure to significant construction projects within the Eastern Cape .
• A supportive team environment focused on project success.
• Stable employment with a reputable construction firm.