Remote Construction Planning Lead (Primavera P6 Expert)

Placements24; Stellenbosch Local Municipality; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Health insurance

Remote work

Home office allowance

Flexible hours

Training & development

Bonuses

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Construction Planning Specialist to lead master schedules, look-ahead planning, and critical path analysis for international projects. You will coordinate with engineers, PMs, and subcontractors to forecast progress and optimize resources from a remote setting.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in construction planning, deep Primavera P6 expertise, and strong analytical/mathematical skills. Flexible hours and global collaboration options are offered in this remote role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years in construction planning and scheduling for large-scale projects.
• Expert Primavera P6 proficiency; familiarity with MS Project or ASTA PowerProject is a plus.
• Deep knowledge of construction processes, lifecycles, and critical path.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; able to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update master schedules using Primavera P6.
• Create look-ahead schedules (monthly, weekly) and coordinate with project teams.
• Perform critical path analysis and identify schedule risks.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to forecast progress.
• Develop resource-loaded schedules and analyze resource constraints.
• Prepare schedule reports, dashboards for stakeholders.
• Assist in developing construction sequencing and site logistics plans.
• Conduct schedule impact assessments for changes and disruptions.
• Ensure scheduling activities comply with project requirements and standards.
• Facilitate remote planning meetings and maintain clear communication among dispersed teams.

Skills

Primavera P6

Scheduling

Critical Path

MS Project

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

ASTA PowerProject

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Remote Construction Planning Specialist to lead master schedules, look-ahead planning, and critical path analysis for international projects. You will coordinate with engineers, PMs, and subcontractors to forecast progress and optimize resources from a remote setting.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in construction planning, deep Primavera P6 expertise, and strong analytical/mathematical skills. Flexible hours and global collaboration options are offered in this remote role.