Construction Planner

TLE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking a skilled professional in construction planning. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain comprehensive construction schedules, monitor progress, and coordinate closely with various project stakeholders. Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, particularly with main contractors or project management consultancies, and be proficient in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project. Strong technical understanding of construction methodologies is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in construction planning, preferably in Singapore.
• Proven experience with main contractors or project management consultancies.
• Experience in managing complex construction sequences on constrained sites.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Master Construction Programme.
• Prepare detailed schedules and monitor progress.
• Interface with project managers and stakeholders to ensure schedule integrity.

Skills

Construction planning

Risk identification

Technical problem solving

Site logistics

Team coordination

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Master Programme & Detailed Scheduling

Develop, review, and maintain the Master Construction Programme, including baseline, recovery, and mitigation schedules.

Prepare detailed construction schedules aligned with procurement, approvals, and site constraints.

Monitor progress, identify delays, and propose programme recovery strategies.

Interface closely with project managers, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure schedule integrity.

Site Utilisation & Logistics Planning

Prepare Site Util utilisation Plans (SUP) reflecting site access, hoarding, temporary facilities, material storage, lifting zones, and traffic flow.

Develop Logistics Plans addressing:

• Material delivery sequencing
• Access constraints and off-site storage (if applicable)
• Coordination with authorities, neighbours, and stakeholders

Ensure site logistics are aligned with construction phasing and safety requirements.

Construction Phasing & Methodology

Develop Construction Phasing Plans illustrating logical sequencing of works from mobilisation to completion.

Ensure phasing strategies are practical, buildable, and coordinated with design, authority submissions, and temporary works.

Support method statements and staging proposals where required.

Risk Identification & Technical Problem Solving

Proactively identify programme, logistical, and constructability risks at early stages.

Highlight potential project challenges arising from design, site constraints, authority requirements, or sequencing conflicts.

Propose technical and planning-based solutions to mitigate risks and improve buildability and efficiency.

Support planning input for:

• Authority submissions
• Tender reviews
• Change impact assessments
• Claims or Extension of Time (EOT) evaluations (if required)

Candidate Profile / Minimum Requirements

Experience

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in construction planning (preferably Singapore-based projects).

Proven experience in:

• Main contractor or project management consultancy environments
• Managing complex construction sequences and constrained sites
• Experience in building projects (e.g. residential, commercial, hospitality sector) is preferred.

Technical Competency

Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.

Solid understanding of:

• Construction methodologies
• Temporary works and site logistics
• Authority processes and construction sequencing
• Ability to interpret drawings and coordinate across disciplines.