Remote Construction Planner - Global Projects

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO

Professional development budget

Remote work flexibility

Access to planning software

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Construction Planner to join our virtual project delivery team, contributing to large-scale international construction projects from a home office. You will develop, optimize, and manage schedules, resources, and logistics using Primavera P6 and MS Project, collaborating with global teams.

The ideal candidate has at least seven years of planning and scheduling experience on major projects, a Bachelor’s in construction management or engineering, and

Qualifications

• Seven+ years of experience in construction planning and scheduling on large projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Expert proficiency with Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain master project schedules with WBS, CP, and milestones.
• Collaborate with PMs, engineers, and site teams worldwide for accurate planning.
• Use Primavera P6 or MS Project to create, update, and analyze schedules.
• Identify risks and bottlenecks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Optimize resources (labor, equipment, materials) for project execution.
• Prepare progress reports, forecasts, and what-if analyses for leadership.

Skills

Project planning

Scheduling

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in innovative construction solutions, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Remote Construction Planner to join their virtual project delivery team. This fully remote position offers the unique opportunity to contribute to large-scale international construction projects from the comfort of your own home office. You will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and managing project schedules, resource allocation, and logistical plans using cutting-edge digital tools. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional planning and analytical skills, a deep understanding of construction processes, and the ability to collaborate effectively with geographically dispersed teams. This is a chance to be at the forefront of construction planning innovation, working on diverse and challenging projects without the need for physical relocation. Your expertise in planning and scheduling will be vital to ensuring the efficient and successful execution of our client's global endeavors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive master project schedules, including detailed work breakdown structures (WBS), critical path analysis, and milestone tracking for international construction projects.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams worldwide to gather necessary information for accurate planning and forecasting.
• Utilize advanced project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) to create, update, and analyze project schedules.
• Identify potential risks and bottlenecks in project timelines and develop proactive mitigation strategies.
• Optimize resource allocation, including labor, equipment, and materials, to ensure efficient project execution.
• Prepare regular progress reports, schedule forecasts, and 'what-if' scenario analyses for senior management and project stakeholders.
• Support the tendering process by providing accurate schedule information and construction sequencing advice.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies in construction planning and scheduling.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in construction planning and scheduling, with a proven track record on large-scale projects.
• Expert proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequences, and durations across various project types (e.g., commercial, industrial, infrastructure).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly to a global audience.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote work setting.
• A dedicated, quiet home office space with reliable high-speed internet access is mandatory.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and holiday leave.
• Professional development budget for courses, certifications, and conferences.
• Opportunity to work on significant international projects without relocating.
• Flexibility and autonomy of a remote work environment.
• Access to industry-leading planning software and tools.