Hybrid Construction Project Planner: Scheduling & Delivery

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Annual leave

Hybrid work environment

Career progression

Workstation & software provided

Team events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Construction Project Planner for a hybrid role based in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will develop and maintain detailed project schedules, identify critical paths, forecast timelines, and coordinate with project teams to ensure on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Construction Management or related field, at least 5 years' scheduling experience, and proficiency in MS Project or Primavera P6.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction project planning and scheduling.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling software.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and project lifecycles.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules using planning software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6).
• Define project scope, phases, tasks, and deliverables, identifying dependencies and critical paths.
• Estimate resource requirements, including labor, materials, and equipment, for each project phase.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and site supervisors to gather information and refine schedules.
• Monitor project progress against the plan, identifying potential delays and recommending proactive solutions.
• Prepare regular progress reports, look-ahead schedules, and performance analyses.
• Assist in the development of site logistics plans and resource leveling strategies.
• Identify potential risks and opportunities related to project timelines and resource availability.
• Ensure effective communication of schedule-related information to all project stakeholders.
• Support the project team in resolving scheduling conflicts and optimizing workflow.

Skills

Project scheduling

MS Project

Primavera P6

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Scheduling software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Construction Project Planner for a hybrid role based in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will develop and maintain detailed project schedules, identify critical paths, forecast timelines, and coordinate with project teams to ensure on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Construction Management or related field, at least 5 years' scheduling experience, and proficiency in MS Project or Primavera P6.