Construction Planner

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Projects exposure

Collaborative environment

Supportive management

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Construction Planner for projects in Upington, Northern Cape. The role focuses on creating and managing detailed schedules, aligning resources, and ensuring timely delivery across site teams and engineers.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction planning, with expertise in Primavera P6, MS Project, or Asta PowerProject, and a solid grasp of construction methods and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in construction planning and scheduling.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or Asta PowerProject.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing and resource management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using planning software.
• Define project scope, phases, activities, and milestones with project teams.
• Identify critical path activities and mitigation strategies for risks.
• Monitor progress against the baseline schedule and report deviations.
• Analyze performance data and provide insights for schedule optimization.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely materials delivery.
• Prepare resource-loaded schedules and manage allocations.
• Develop look-ahead schedules and assist in short-term planning.
• Participate in project meetings to discuss status and solutions.
• Ensure compliance with planning procedures and standards on Upington projects.

Skills

Construction planning

Scheduling

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Asta PowerProject

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent firm within the construction sector, is actively seeking a skilled Construction Planner to join their team in Upington, Northern Cape. This vital role involves the development and management of detailed project schedules, ensuring efficient resource allocation and timely project completion. The Construction Planner will collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to create realistic and achievable plans, monitor progress, and identify potential risks or delays. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction processes, excellent analytical skills, and proficiency in planning software. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant development projects in the Upington region and play a key role in the successful execution of diverse construction initiatives within a reputable company committed to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update comprehensive project schedules using planning software.


• Collaborate with project teams to define project scope, phases, activities, and milestones.


• Identify critical path activities and potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.


• Monitor construction progress against the baseline schedule and report on deviations.


• Analyze project performance data and provide insights for schedule optimization.


• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.


• Prepare resource loaded schedules and manage resource allocation.


• Develop look-ahead schedules and assist in short-term planning activities.


• Participate in project meetings to discuss schedule status, issues, and proposed solutions.


• Ensure compliance with project planning procedures and standards within the Northern Cape construction projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction planning and scheduling.


• Proven experience with planning software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or Asta PowerProject.


• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and resource management.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.


• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.


• Detail-oriented with a strong ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.


• Experience working on projects in the Upington area or similar regional settings is a plus.


• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic project environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.


• Performance-related bonuses.


• Medical aid benefits.


• Provident fund contributions.


• Opportunities for professional development and certification in planning tools.


• Exposure to significant construction projects in the Upington region.


• A collaborative and proactive work environment.


• Supportive management team committed to career growth.