Construction Site Planner

Placements24; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Provident fund

Annual leave and public holidays

Skill development opportunities

Supportive team atmosphere

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Construction Site Planner to support projects in the region. You will develop detailed work plans, coordinate resources, and ensure activities align with the project schedule, working closely with the site manager and project team to anticipate needs and avoid delays.

This role emphasizes organization, ability to read drawings, and use of scheduling tools like Microsoft Project to monitor progress and adapt plans, with a focus on on-site execution and timely

Qualifications

• Experience in construction planning, scheduling, or site coordination.
• Proficiency with project scheduling software such as Microsoft Project.
• Good understanding of construction processes, methods, and materials.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Effective communication and teamwork with site personnel and management.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed short-term and long-term work plans for construction projects.
• Coordinate the sequencing of construction activities to optimize efficiency and resource allocation.
• Ensure availability of materials, equipment, and labor according to the work plan.
• Liaise with subcontractors to integrate their schedules and activities into the overall plan.
• Monitor site progress against the plan and report deviations or potential delays.
• Assist in identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies related to the construction schedule.

Skills

Construction planning

Scheduling

MS Project

Organizational skills

Read drawings

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and proactive Construction Site Planner to join their team for projects in East London. This role is essential for the efficient execution of construction works, focusing on developing detailed work plans, coordinating resources, and ensuring that construction activities align with the overall project schedule and objectives. You will work closely with the site manager and project team to anticipate needs, identify potential roadblocks, and facilitate smooth on-site operations. This is a great opportunity for an organized individual to contribute significantly to the operational success of construction projects within the Eastern Cape region, ensuring timely and efficient project delivery from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed short-term and long-term work plans for construction projects.
• Coordinate the sequencing of construction activities to optimize efficiency and resource allocation.
• Ensure availability of materials, equipment, and labor according to the work plan.
• Liaise with subcontractors to integrate their schedules and activities into the overall plan.
• Monitor site progress against the plan and report any deviations or potential delays.
• Assist in identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies related to the construction schedule.

Requirements

• Experience in construction planning, scheduling, or site coordination.
• Proficiency with project scheduling software such as Microsoft Project or similar tools.
• Good understanding of construction processes, methods, and materials.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate with site personnel and management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Contribution to a provident fund.
• Annual leave and paid public holidays.
• Opportunities for skill development and learning within a construction environment.
• A supportive team atmosphere focused on project success.