Lead Construction Planner

Placements24; Vereeniging; Presencial; ZAR 1.400.000 - 1.900.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Performance bonuses

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Resumo da vaga

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a Lead Construction Planner to develop, manage and optimize complex schedules for large-scale projects in South Africa. This senior role requires strong planning discipline and leadership to drive on-time delivery.

You will use Primavera P6 and MS Project to define milestones, monitor progress, analyse critical paths, and coordinate with project managers, engineers and site teams.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of construction planning and scheduling experience, with lead/senior exposure.
• Proven expertise in Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and site operations.
• Excellent analytical and presentation skills.

Responsabilidades

• Develop detailed construction master schedules and rolling programs for large-scale projects.
• Utilize Primavera P6 and MS Project to create, update, and analyze project schedules.
• Collaborate with project teams to define scope, milestones, and resource needs.
• Identify critical path activities, constraints, and risks to schedule completion.
• Develop mitigation strategies for schedule risks and monitor progress against baseline schedules.
• Prepare progress reports with look-ahead schedules and critical path analysis.
• Conduct schedule review meetings with stakeholders and assist in tender submissions from planning perspective.
• Develop site logistics and phasing plans and mentor junior planners.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Analytical thinking

Scheduling experience

Pressure handling

Formação

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Ferramentas

Primavera P6

MS Project

Descrição da vaga

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the South African construction sector, is looking for a highly skilled Lead Construction Planner to join their team in Vereeniging. This senior role is responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing complex construction schedules for large-scale projects. You will work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, and site teams to create robust construction plans, identify critical path activities, and mitigate potential delays. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience with planning software, a deep understanding of construction methodologies, and exceptional analytical and communication skills. This position is critical to ensuring the efficient and timely completion of projects in Vereeniging and beyond. We are dedicated to delivering projects with excellence and fostering a culture of proactive planning and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed construction master schedules and rolling programs for large-scale projects.
• Utilize planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) to create, update, and analyze project schedules.
• Collaborate with project teams to define project scope, milestones, and resource requirements.
• Identify critical path activities, potential constraints, and risks to schedule completion.
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies for schedule risks.
• Monitor construction progress against the baseline schedule and report on performance.
• Prepare regular progress reports, including look-ahead schedules and critical path analysis.
• Conduct schedule review meetings with project stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation of tender submissions from a planning perspective.
• Develop site logistics and phasing plans.
• Mentor and guide junior planners and schedulers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction planning and scheduling, with a significant portion in a lead or senior capacity.
• Proven expertise in Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and site operations.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to interpret complex project data.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex schedules to various stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in claims preparation related to delays is an advantage.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Vereeniging, Gauteng.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, performance bonuses, company vehicle, fuel allowance, comprehensive medical aid, and a retirement fund.
• This role provides significant opportunities for career growth and the chance to work on prestigious projects in Vereeniging and the surrounding Gauteng region.