Remote Construction Planner & Scheduler

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Access to scheduling software tools

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Construction Planner & Scheduler to optimize schedules across diverse projects. You will develop detailed project schedules, resource plans, and logistics strategies entirely from a remote setting.

Collaborate with project managers and site teams to identify critical paths, run schedule risk analyses, and deliver baseline and look‑ahead schedules with progress reports. Advanced scheduling tools and a proactive mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in construction planning and scheduling, preferably on large-scale projects.
• Advanced proficiency in scheduling software such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and project management principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, tailored for remote collaboration.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications to inform scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update comprehensive project schedules using advanced planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Analyze project scope, identify critical paths, dependencies, and potential resource conflicts.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and site supervisors to gather schedule updates and progress information.
• Prepare baseline schedules, look-ahead schedules, and monthly progress reports for construction projects .
• Conduct schedule risk analysis and develop mitigation strategies to address potential delays.
• Assist in the development of resource loading and leveling plans to optimize workforce and equipment utilization.

Skills

Construction scheduling

Remote collaboration

Critical path analysis

Schedule risk analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and proactive Remote Construction Planner & Scheduler to optimize the execution of their diverse construction projects. This critical role involves developing detailed project schedules, resource plans, and logistics strategies to ensure timely and efficient project delivery, entirely from a remote setting. You will work closely with project managers and site teams to anticipate challenges, identify critical paths, and implement schedule recovery plans as needed. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner to leverage advanced scheduling software and contribute to project success across multiple locations without the need for on-site presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update comprehensive project schedules using advanced planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Analyze project scope, identify critical paths, dependencies, and potential resource conflicts.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and site supervisors to gather schedule updates and progress information.
• Prepare baseline schedules, look-ahead schedules, and monthly progress reports for construction projects .
• Conduct schedule risk analysis and develop mitigation strategies to address potential delays.
• Assist in the development of resource loading and leveling plans to optimize workforce and equipment utilization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction planning and scheduling, preferably on large-scale projects.
• Advanced proficiency in scheduling software such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and project management principles .
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, tailored for remote collaboration .
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications to inform scheduling.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote work opportunity, providing ultimate flexibility.
• Access to industry-leading scheduling software and tools.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Support for continuous learning and professional development in planning and scheduling.